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TIME TO DINE The spectrum of dining options in Qatar is vast and varied, endless alternatives from gourmet dining to laidback casual; and fast food. Foodies are offered a great opportunity to sample delicious international, local and Middle Eastern cuisine. Even the most conservative of palates will find the delicious mixture of dishes difficult to resist and those who already love to experiment are spoiled for choice. The ever expanding range of high-end venues in hotels and other parts of the city gives diners the opportunity to sample some truly great cuisine, including dishes prepared by Michelin-starred chefs. Brunch on Friday is recommeded, it is a Doha institution not to be missed: fantastic choice and scenery hosted at most of the hotels and restaurants around town. With a wide choice, great food and unique atmosphere, Qatar’s restaurants, eateries and cafés provide a menu for every occasion. The ambient locales of Souq Waqif, Katara, The Pearl and many more novel venues delights and enchants visitors and residents alike, great for casual dining and people watching. Bon appétit!
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SECTIONS Hotels Bars and More Around Town Cafés and Pastry Shops Healthy Options The Pearl-Qatar Katara Souq Waqif Barwa Village and Al Wakra Fast Food Banqueting, Conference and Catering Recipes References Managing Editor Hilary Bainbridge
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FEATURES and MORE Celebrity Chefs Afternoon tea Happy Hour Cocktails and Mocktails Business Lunch Etiquette Room for Dessert Juicing Vs Smoothies Explore The Pearl-Qatar Katara: A Cultural Gem Explore Al Wakra Burgers
Editorial Sarah Palmer Sarah Mascarenhas Lindsey McCowan
Design and Artwork Dick Tamayo Mar Principe Arnel Ramos
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RESTAURANTS BY CUISINE AFRO-PORTUGUESE Nando’s – Multiple Locations
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AMERICAN/MEXICAN/SOUTH AMERICAN Burger Gourmet – Lagoona Mall Burgeri – Aspire Park California Tortilla – Suhaim bin Hamad Street Chili’s – Multiple Locations Copacabana – Souq Waqif Al Wakra Ipanema – Marriott Marquis City Center Doha Hotel Johnny Rockets – Salwa Road/Hyatt Plaza Latino – Sheraton Grand Doha Resort & Hotel Misturado – Crowne Plaza Doha – The Business Park Mr Taco – Dar Al Salam Mall New York Steakhouse – Marriott Marquis City Center Doha Hotel Oyster Bay & Bar – The St. Regis Doha Paloma – InterContinental Doha Rodizio – Crowne Plaza Doha – The Business Park Roger’s Diner – Suhaim bin Hamad Street Salsa – Doha Marriott Hotel Ted’s – Banana Island Resort Doha by Anantara
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ARABIC/MIDDLE EASTERN Al Bandar – Souq Waqif Al Dirwandi – Adagio Premium Aparthotel West Bay Doha Al Liwan – Sharq Village & Spa Al Mourjan – Corniche/Souq Waqif Al Nafourah Garden – Oryx Rotana Doha Al Nahham – Banana Island Resort Doha by Anantara Al Shaheen – Sheraton Grand Doha Resort & Hotel Al Sultan Brahim – The St. Regis Doha Assaha Restaurant – Al Jadeeda Al Tabkha – The Pearl-Qatar Aziza – Marriott Marquis City Center Doha Hotel Burj Al Hamam – The Pearl-Qatar Debs W Ramman – The Pearl-Qatar Down Town Restaurant – Regency Tower Dunia – Villaggio Khan Farouk Tarab Café – Katara Layali – Salwa Road/Lagoona Mall Layali Al Qahira – Souq Waqif
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RESTAURANTS BY CUISINE Le Cigalon – La Cigale Hotel Mado – Ezdan Mall Mamig Restaurant – Katara Nobles – Salwa Road Sabah W Masa – Salwa Road Shater Abbas Restaurant Sukar Pasha Ottoman Lounge – Katara Take Away – Al Nasr The Village – Grill and Medi Turkey Central – Al Mirqab Al Jadeed Street Zaatar W Zeit – Souq Waqif
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ASIAN/FAR EASTERN Aalishan – Al Muntazah Asia Live – Doha Marriott Hotel Asian Traditional Restaurant – Barwa Village/Al Markhiya Chi’Zen – Oryx Rotana Doha Chopsticks – Wyndham Grand Regency Dunia – Villaggio Far East Restaurant – Al Markhiya Gerry’s Grill – Barwa City/Al Mirqab Street Hakkasan – The St. Regis Doha Hwang – InterContinental Doha The City Krane – The Pearl-Qatar Lifestyle Restaurant – Barwa Village Megu – The Pearl-Qatar Neo – Salwa Road Nobu – Four Seasons Hotel Doha Ruby Wu’s – Radisson Blu Hotel, Doha Sabai Thai – The Westin Doha Hotel & Spa Sakura – Radisson Blu Hotel, Doha Shanghai Garden – City Center-Doha/Al Khor Sukh Sagar – Diamond 2 Hotel Sushi Minto – Salwa Road Thai Corner – The Centre/Al Kinana Street Thai Snack – Al Mirqab Al Jadeed Street Trader Vic’s – Hilton Doha Wok n Walk – Diamond Hotel 1 Wok of Fame – Villaggio Mall Yen Sushi Bar – La Cigale Hotel
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RESTAURANTS BY CUISINE CAFÉS, GELATERIAS AND POOLSIDE Al Dheyafa Lobby Lounge – Concorde Hotel Doha Al Mandarin – Al Nasr Aqua Lounge – Marriott Marquis City Center Doha Hotel Aspire Grand Café – Aspire Park Bread & Bagels – Beach Tower/City Center Mall Café Batteel – Salwa Road Capricci – Muaither Caramel – City Centre Rotana Doha Chac’Late – Katara Chocolate House – Al Wakra Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf – The Boulevard Coffee Time – Al Asmakh Farggi – The Gate/Al Emadi Financial Square, C Ring Road Flor Gelato Italiano – Doha Downtown Hotel Fouj Café – Grand Hamad Street Hyde Park Coffee Shop – Radisson Blu Hotel, Doha Inch Caffe – City Center-Doha Java u – Doha Downtown Hotel La Gelateria Fina – Katara Lagoon Pool Bar – Banana Island Resort Doha by Anantara LeNôtre – Suhaim bin Hamad Street/Villaggio Mall Lobby Lounge – Shangri-La Hotel, Doha Magnolia Bakery – Dar Al Salam Mall Mokarabia – The Pearl-Qatar Red Velvet Cupcakery – Katara Sarab Lounge – The St. Regis Doha Savor – Crowne Plaza Doha – The Business Park Second Cup – The Pearl-Qatar Shakespeare & Co – Dar Al Salam Mall/The Pearl-Qatar Sugar & Spice – Lagoona Mall Tanzerin Beach Grill – Banana Island Resort Doha by Anantara The Great American Bagel and Bakery – Barwa Village Torch Tea Garden – The Torch-Doha Triple Apple – Barwa Village West End Café & Patisserie – Marriott Marquis City Center Doha Hotel
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EUROPEAN/BRITISH Opal by Gordon Ramsay – The St. Regis Doha Rose & Thistle – Horizon Manor Hotel
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SIGNATURE BY SANJEEV KAPOOR Modern Indian cuisine by the award winning celebrity chef Sanjeev Kapoor.
An all day dining restaurant of fresh and contemporary and interactive experience with Josper Oven grilled food.
LUNCH:12:00- 15:30HRS DINNER:19:00 -23:00HRS VENUE: 5TH FLOOR
ACEITE SPANISH RESTAURANT
BREAKFAST :06:30-11:00HRS LUNCH: 12:00- 15:30 HRS DINNER: 19:00-23:00HRS VENUE: 6TH FLOOR
Authentic Spanish cuisine with an extensive wine menu.
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Refreshing concoctions and light snacks by the pool.
Delightful selection of gourmet coffee, tea, pastries & soft beverages.
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RESTAURANTS BY CUISINE The Irish Harp – Sheraton Grand Doha Resort & Hotel Shehrazad Lounge – Radisson Blu Hotel, Doha
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FAST FOOD Bombay Chowpatty – Multiple Locations Burgeri – Aspire Park Chapati & Karak – Katara Cinnzeo – Multiple Locations Mr Taco – Dar Al Salam Mall My Sandwich – WOQOD, Al Hilal Quick Bites – Marriott Marquis City Center Doha Hotel Shawarma Albisana Kunafa Albisana – Katara Southern Fried Chicken Subway – Multiple Locations Take Away – Al Nasr Tandoor Express – Al Mansoura Thai Corner – The Centre/Al Kinana St Turkey Central – Al Mirqab St Wali Fried Chicken – Barwa Village/Al Muaither Zaffran Café – Sheikh Ghanem Business Centre
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FISH AND SEAFOOD Al Bandar – Souq Waqif Al Maskar – Sheraton Grand Doha Resort & Hotel Astor Grill – The St. Regis Doha Fish Market – InterContinental Doha La Mer – The Ritz-Carlton, Doha L’Wzaar Seafood Market – Katara Matam Al Mufazal Restaurant – Al Mirqab Al Jadeed Street Pier 12 – Radisson Blu Hotel, Doha
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FRENCH AND BELGIAN Belgian Café – InterContinental Doha Fauchon Paris – Salwa Road/Royal Plaza IDAM – Museum of Islamic Art La Brasserie – Mercure Grand Hotel La Varenne Brasserie – Tornado Tower LeNôtre – Suhaim bin Hamad Street/Villaggio Mall Maxim – Radisson Blu Hotel, Doha Neo – Salwa Road The French Olive – Suhaim bin Hamad Street
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RESTAURANTS BY CUISINE HEALTHY OPTIONS Allegria Bar – Sheraton Grand Doha Resort & Hotel Anima Lounge – The Pearl-Qatar Après Spa Café – Four Seasons Hotel Doha Chef’s Garden – Al Shaqab Hotel Diet Delights – Al Hilal Raw ME – Barwa Village Zest – Banana Island Resort Doha by Anantara
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INDIAN Aalishan – Ibn Seena Street Biryani Hut – Al Wakra Bombay Balti – Radisson Blu Hotel, Doha Bombay Chowpatty – Multiple Locations Chingari – Radisson Blu Hotel, Doha Dakshin – Barwa Village Idly Factory – Barwa Village Lifestyle Restaurant – Barwa Village Maharaja – Qatar Palace Hotel Moti Mahal Restaurant – Barwa Village/Ezdan Mall Royal Indian – The Mall Royal Tandoor – Multiple Locations Saffron Lounge by Vineet – Katara Signature by Sanjeev Kapoor – Meliá Doha Sukh Sagar – Diamond Hotel 2 Taj Rasoi – Doha Marriott Hotel Tamarind – Lagoona Mall Tandoor Express – Al Mansoura The Village – Grill and Medi – Al Nasr/Al Sadd The Village – Souq Waqif Zaffran Café – Sheikh Ghanem Business Centre
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INTERNATIONAL Admiral’s Club – The Ritz-Carlton, Doha Al Dana – Sharq Village & Spa Al Hubara – Sheraton Grand Doha Resort & Hotel Al Liwan – Sharq Village & Spa Al Mourjan – Corniche/Souq Waqif Anima Lounge – The Pearl-Qatar Azraq – Banana Island Resort Doha by Anantara Choices – Oryx Rotana Doha Coral – InterContinental Doha
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One of its kind-unique-exclusive • Calm & cozy atmosphere • Fast food snacks • Oriental and occidental dishes • Lebanese cuisine and patisserie • Free delivery • Outdoor catering P.O. Box 37588, Al Hilal Building, Hamad Al Kabir Street, Airport Road, Doha, Qatar Mobile: +974 5549 2534, 5573 0522, 5525 0276 Tel, Fax: 4435 5353, 44430983
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RESTAURANTS BY CUISINE Corniche – Doha Marriott Hotel Dining by Design – Banana Island Resort Doha by Anantara Down Town Restaurant – Regency Tower Fabio’s Pizza – Al Aziziya Flamingo’s – The Ritz-Carlton, Doha Gordon Ramsay – The St. Regis Doha Grand Gourmet – Wyndham Grand Regency Hotel Four Seasons Hotel Doha Jazz at Lincoln Center Doha – The St. Regis Doha Jazz Club – Oryx Rotana, Doha La Brasserie – Mercure Grand Hotel L’Auberge – Warwick Doha Hotel Le Cigalon – La Cigale Hotel LeNôtre – Suhaim bin Hamad Street/Villaggio Lifestyle Restaurant – Barwa Village Maharaja – Qatar Palace Hotel Matam Al Mufazal Restaurant – Al Mirqab Al Jadeed Street Moon Deck – Warwick Doha Hotel Nidaaya – Meliá Doha Olives – Concorde Hotel Doha Opéra Café – The Mall/Landmark Mall Q Lounge & Restaurant – Banana Island Resort Doha by Anantara Seasonal Tastes – The Westin Doha Hotel & Spa Shakespeare & Co – Dar Al Salam Mall/The Pearl-Qatar Trattoria – Concorde Hotel Doha The Lagoon – The Ritz-Carlton, Doha The Old Manor – Mercure Grand Hotel The Pearl Lounge – Doha Marriott Hotel The Pool Grill – Four Seasons Hotel Doha The Square – InterContinental Doha The City The View – Doha Marriott Hotel The Village – Grill and Medi – Al Nasr/Al Sadd Vine – The St. Regis Doha Zouk Lounge – Sealine Beach Resort
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RESTAURANTS BY CUISINE La Veranda – Sheraton Grand Doha Resort & Hotel le Vesuvio – Katara Neo – Salwa Road Porcini – The Ritz-Carlton, Doha Riva – Banana Island Resort Doha by Anantara Romano’s Macaroni Grill – Villaggio Mall The French Olive – Suhaim bin Hamad Street The Italian Job – Radisson Blu Hotel, Doha Trattoria – Concorde Hotel Doha Vapiano Restaurant – The Gate
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MEDITERRANEAN Aceite – Meliá Doha Aramede – Crowne Plaza Doha – The Business Park Bistro Bistro – Radisson Blu Hotel, Doha Corniche – Doha Marriott Hotel La Casa Twenty Eight – The Pearl-Qatar La Villa – Mercure Grand Hotel Le Central – La Cigale Hotel Mykonos – InterContinental Doha Picasso’s – Radisson Blu Hotel, Doha The Village – Grill and Medi – Al Nasr/Al Sadd The Cellar – Oryx Rotana Doha
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AL DIRWANDI LEBANESE
Adagio Premium Aparthotel West Bay Doha
Tucked away in the heart of Doha's West Bay, Al Dirwandi is a distinguised Lebanese restaurant offering delicious traditional dishes. Live music and flavoursome food provide an unsurpassed fine dining experience. Enjoy the spirit of Lebanon right here in Doha.
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Al Shaqab Hotel
Al Shaqab Hotel is situated within Education City, celebrated for its universities and inspirational architecture. The Chef's Garden is yet another remarkable and distinctive feature to add to the unique mix. This welcoming retreat offers home grown and organic produce, boasting its very own chef's garden and embracing the Farm-to-Table concept by partnering with two local farms. The expansive outdoor terrace overlooking lush lawns is a popular place to dine and enjoy a seasonal menu.
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Banana Island Resort Doha by Anantara A luxury yacht will ferry visitors to this island paradise, a mere 20 minutes from the city of Doha. Banana Island Resort Doha by Anantara respects local culture by offering an alcohol-free environment, with world-class facilities and limitless activities providing relaxation and adventure, wellness and pure indulgence. Culinary temptations showcase sumptuous Middle Eastern refined Italian and delectable world flavours to savour. Enjoy tranquil sea views, shisha and signature mocktails at sunset, and fine dining under the stars overlooking Doha’s skyline. Discover a refreshing, modern approach to all day dining and a choice of stylish indoor and scenic outdoor spaces. Azraq offers an extensive buffet featuring a wide variety of healthy and hearty favourites, in addition to à la carte specialities created at live cooking stations and show kitchens. A contemporary styled trattoria dining room at Riva gives diners the opportunity to savour the passions of Italy. Sit outside on the balcony overlooking luxury yachts in the marina, soaking up an Italian Riviera atmosphere. Authentic and delicious pastas, salads and paninis as well as a treat from the gelato and dolce display. Refined gourmet dinners begin with antipasti delights, leading into delectable fresh seafood and meat dishes, followed by imported cheeses and irresistible desserts.
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Al Nahham
1 pm – 2 am
Ted’s
Noon – 9 pm
Tantalise your palate with freshly prepared mezze, sensational seafood, or Arabic creations infused with captivating tastes and aromas. Dine in the comfort of Al Nahham, an Arabic styled restaurant, or relax on the over-water balcony with scenic views of Doha’s city skyline, enjoying soothing shisha in a range of tempting Middle Eastern flavours. Ted’s is an American diner – the perfect place to share quality treats for the whole family. If it’s poolside casual you prefer, Lagoon Pool Bar will quell your desire and offer a refreshing break. Meanwhile, Tanzerin Beach Grill hosts activities, upbeat tunes and sunset on the beach.
Q Lounge & Restaurant Daily 6:30 am – 11:30 pm
Tanzerin Beach Grill 10 am
All day dining at Q Lounge & Restaurant relaxes and refreshes with a soothing sea breeze and atmospheric evenings. Relax at the end of the day to the sound of ambient music while finishing off with specially blended shisha mixes.
Lagoon Pool Bar
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Dining by Design
Dining by Design is a customised concept for those who wish to celebrate a special occasion, or simply enjoy a romantic meal. A collection of connoisseur menus will allow you to select and collaborate with your personal chef to fine tune the dishes, or even craft a brand new menu especially for you. Select a dream location from a range of idyllic settings and cherish an unforgettable experience with flawless and attentive service. Dining by Design is available with 24 hours notice incorporating an Arabic or international menu. Banana Island Resort Doha by Anantara 4040 5050, doha.anantara.com © m a r h a ba Dining Guide
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Concorde Hotel Doha
This upscale restaurant offers diverse choices from an international cuisine for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. A variety of flavours from around the world to choose from and cooked to perfection, including a lavish buffet selection and live cooking station. The restaurant extends onto an open air terrace adjoining the swimming pool.
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Concorde Hotel Doha
Trattoria serves high quality Italian food using the finest ingredients to create tasty dishes. Whether you prefer to dine inside or out, this restaurant provides a charming and romantic ambience. Whatever your occasion, Trattoria makes it one to remember.
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One of Doha’s finest authentic Italian cuisine experiences. Includes a wealth of fare such as freshly made pasta, gnocchi, ravioli, pizza and antipasti among a few of their traditional dishes. Enjoy live cooking stations or al fresco dining on the terrace with views to the swimming pool.
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CITY CENTRE ROTANA DOHA This prestigious five star hotel is situated in the heart of Doha and opened its doors in January 2016. Adding to the already extensive wealth of fine dining restaurants on offer in Doha, City Centre Rotana has no less than seven stylish venues to select from. Olive Oil restaurant focuses on Mediterranean fare as well as an array of cuisines from around the world and an Ă la carte menu. Guests can feast on savoury combinations created by the culinary experts at the live cooking stations, turning out the freshest gastronomic delights. Relax and unwind with friends, colleagues and family in this cozy atmosphere. There are plans afoot to host Friday Brunch, so keep your eyes open and check out their website for upcoming events. For further information contact 4445 8888, rotana.com
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Caramel
Boston’s Olive Oil – International and Mediterranean all day dining with a twist Daily: 6:30 am – 11:30 pm Boston’s – American specialities
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Misk – Speciality Oriental cuisine with a contemporary Arabic flavour Daily: Noon – midnight Aquarius – pool bar and dining oasis lunch menu, cocktails and wine Daily: 8 am – 6 pm Caramel – gourmet coffee shop, fresh bakery, sandwiches and salads Daily: 6 am – midnight Teatro – Japanese, Chinese, Indian, Italian, international cuisine Daily: 6 am – midnight Sama – open-air poolside shisha lounge
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Crowne Plaza Doha – The Business Park
From its theatrical live cooking stations to its mouthwatering international and Middle Eastern specialities, Aramede is one of Doha’s best restaurants. Enjoy themed events like Seafood and Italian nights, offering the very best freshly prepared dishes.
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BRAZILIAN CHURRASCARIA
Crowne Plaza Doha – The Business Park
This typical Brazilian styled restaurant offers a huge array of perfectly cooked meats and an innovative salad bar, as much or as little as you wish. Enjoy the relaxed atmosphere and entertainment, perfect for a celebration, business lunch or social gathering. Cachaca is their signature cocktail – pleasant, cool and sparkling and garnished with fresh lime.
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SOUTH EAST ASIAN
Doha Marriott
Enjoy an authentic Far Eastern experience with fragrant dishes delicately enhanced with enticing Oriental flavours. Indulge in teppanyaki, freshly prepared sushi, wok fried dishes or the extensive à la carte menu featuring exotic dishes from China to Malaysia.
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Main Courses Beef in black pepper sauce – wok fried Chinese beef tenderloin tossed with black pepper sauce and garlic broccoli Singapore chilli crab – wok fried crab tossed with fresh garlic, oyster sauce and Singapore spices Chinese ginger duck – wok fried with ginger and light soy sauce Desserts Matcha aisukuriimu – green tea ice cream
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CORNICHE INTERNATIONAL
Doha Marriott
This all-day dining destination offers local and international cuisine for breakfast and lunch, in addition to the à la carte dinner menu which features a lavish evening seafood buffet. The extravagant Weekend Gallery Brunch on Fridays and Saturdays offers an array of cuisines from all around the world with live cooking stations, healthy salads, seafood specialities from the Arabian waters, followed by tempting desserts.
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Daily Fri and Sat brunch
Main Courses Lobster thermidor Balsamic beef steak, with balsamic and chilli reduction, on artichoke mash and garlic vegetables Desserts Walnut and ricotta cake with raspberry sauce Berry brûlée tarts with strawberry sauce
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JW’S STEAKHOUSE STEAKS AND GRILLS
Doha Marriott
The old-world-feeling of an exclusive gentlemen’s club permeates the atmosphere. The polished brass and expensive wood finishes give a touch of supremacy. Towering plates of grilled steaks, lamb chops and other exclusive grills stream across the dining room, leaving pleasant aromas hanging in the air.
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6:30 am – 11:30 pm 6.30 am – 10 am Noon – 3 pm 6:30 pm – 11:30 pm
Main Courses Filet mignon/rib-eye/T-bone steak with choice of one side order Jumbo prawns with garlic butter Honey glazed chicken breast Desserts Chocolate layer cake Apple pie with vanilla ice cream New York cheesecake
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SALSA TEX-MEX
Doha Marriott
This warm and inviting restaurant exudes the vibrant charm of Mexico. Savour the TexMex feast with delicious fajitas, burritos, enchilladas, tacos and more. ‘Espada de Cancun’ are a must try, featuring arm-length skewers with the most mouthwatering choice of grilled meats and seafoods. Salsa invites you to join the fiesta with their Mariachi Band who will serenade you through a sensational evening.
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Opening Times: Daily Sat
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Main Courses Burritos – flour tortillas stuffed with your choice of filling Grilled hamour in rich tomato sauce Grilled lobster tail served with a chilli tomato sauce Desserts Pachangeros – caramelised bananas on a crêpe topped with vanilla ice cream Arroz con leche – classic rice pudding served with vanilla custard and mango mint dressing
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TAJ RASOI INDIAN
Doha Marriott
The very name conjures up images of maharajas who knew the secrets of magnificent dining. As aromatic herbs and spices fill the room, you are immediately transported to a dining experience rarely enjoyed outside of India. The menu offers authentic and tantalising specialities from various regions of India.
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Opening Times: Daily Sun
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Main Courses Reshmi kebab – chicken marinated in a mild cashew nut cream Paneer tikka – cottage cheese marinated with cashews, cream and white pepper Desserts Phirni gulabi – a rosewater flavoured rice pudding Gulab jamun – flour balls with cottage cheese and ghee, deep fried and soaked in sugar sauce Kulfi – cream, milk, pistachio and cardamom flavoured ice cream
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THE VIEW INTERNATIONAL
Doha Marriott Hotel
The View is a beautifully designed terrace style space located directly on the pool deck with excellent views over the Doha skyline. Enjoy your weekend brunch under the sun at the only outdoor pool terrace in Doha. Stop by with a friend and join in the daily Happy Hour and enjoy the fantastic atmosphere that The View has to offer.
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Opening Times: Daily Fri brunch Daily Happy Hour
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FOUR SEASONS HOTEL, DOHA Four Seasons Hotel, Doha first opened its doors in 2005 and has proven to be a luminary in the dining scene, offering the most exceptional service and exquisite cuisine in luxurious surroundings. The latest addition to their seven restaurants and lounges is Elements, which is inspired by the four elements: earth, air, fire and water. Their promise is to wine and dine guests with an innovative mix of Arabic, Asian, Indian and seafood flavours. Savour the fresh catch-of-the-day dishes or signature treats at the sushi counter. Dine indoors or on the patio, complete with a dramatic fire table and views of the pool, gardens and Arabian Gulf. You are invited to discover a lavish Friday brunch from 12:30 pm – 4:30 pm and on Saturdays, experience an evening meal set menu from 7:00 pm – 11:30 pm. Elements is open daily from 6:30 am – 11:30 pm. For further information contact: 4494 8888, fourseasons.com/doha
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HOTELS The Pool Grill
OPENING TIMES IL TEATRO – International
Daily 6:30 am– 11 pm
NOBU – Japanese Bar and Lounge Happy Hour Ladies Night
Daily 6:30 pm – 11:30 pm 6 pm – 1 am Daily 6 pm – 8 pm Monday 6 pm – 1 am
THE POOL GRILL – International
Daily 8 am – 11 pm
APRÈS SPA CAFÉ – Healthy menu
Daily 8 am – 10 pm
SEASONS TEA LOUNGE
Daily 8 am – midnight
SHISHA TERRACE – Middle Eastern Daily Noon – midnight THE LIBRARY & CIGAR LOUNGE
Daily 5 pm – 3 am
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InterContinental Doha
With its authentic and unpretentious interior, Belgian Café is the perfect place to experience a warm and friendly welcome after a long day. Taste superb Belgian cuisine such as steaming mussel pots and chunky frites, served up with an exclusive selection of Belgian draught beers. Enjoy spectacular views of the Arabian Gulf and Doha skyline while indulging in a little piece of old Brussels in the heart of Doha.
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Opening Times: Daily Lunch and dinner Friday brunch Happy Hour Fri and Sat
Main Courses Fish and chips Mussel pots with Belgian fries and mayonnaise Cheese platter served with crackers and rolls Desserts Belgian waffles Chocolate mousse with whipped cream Apple Tatin with vanilla ice cream
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INTERNATIONAL
InterContinental Doha
Enjoy superb cuisine in the main dining area or at the outdoor terrace looking towards the pool and beachfront. The flow of clean lines and an array of colourful design features combine into an unforgettable dining venue. The generous buffet features a range of international dishes with live cooking stations, extensive sushi counter and delicious desserts.
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Oven fresh breads and country loaves Pastries Homemade compotes Vegetarian options Fresh fish and seafood Selection of hot and cold meat Fresh fruit and dessert Live cooking stations for lunch and dinner Themed evenings eg Spanish, Asian, Italian, seafood, barbecue
Daily Breakfast Lunch Dinner Brunch
6:30 am – 11 pm 6:30 am – 10:30 am Noon – 3 pm 6 pm – 11 pm 12:30 pm – 4 pm
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FISH MARKET SEAFOOD
InterContinental Doha
The Fish Market presents the catch of the day, prepared just the way you like it. The most popular is the grilled lobster thermidor, which is brought to your table still sizzling. Friday features a special seafood dinner buffet. From its beachfront locale, the restaurant offers views of the ocean and the Doha skyline that are simply dazzling – take an even closer look with a table on the outdoor terrace.
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MYKONOS GREEK
InterContinental Doha
Mykonos offers stunning views of the pool and the Arabian Sea while experiencing all the flavours of Greek and Mediterranean cuisine. Enjoy the antipasti buffet and see the souvlaki turning on the hot coals in the open kitchen. Only the best ingredients are used and are complemented by a selection of Greek and Mediterranean wines.
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Opening Times: Daily Lunch Dinner Fri brunch
Noon – midnight Noon – 3 pm 6 pm – midnight 12:30 pm – 4 pm
Main Courses Lobster linguini ‘Astakomakaronada’ Chicken souvlaki Lamb shank confit Desserts Galaktoboureko – traditional Greek dish made with filo pastry, rich milky cream, aromatic syrup and vanilla ice cream Sokolatopita – chocolate pie with crushed walnuts and strawberry ice cream
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PALOMA TEX-MEX
InterContinental Doha
Savoury sizzling fajitas and hearty steaks are among the authentic items featured, as well as TexMex staples such as refried beans, guacamole, Mexican rice and warm tortillas. In addition to all the TexMex favourites, Paloma also has a house band to get you in the Latino spirit. Their popular Ladies night takes place every Wednesday, and the restaurant bar also shows sports events on big screens.
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HWANG PAN ASIAN
InterContinental Doha The City
In the casual yet refined setting of the Pan Asian restaurant Hwang you will enjoy a truly eclectic Asian experience, offering the finest cuisine from Thailand, Korea, Japan, China, Philippines, Singapore, Indonesia and Malaysia. The masterfully created shabu shabu blends fresh ingredients with a variety of Asian and Middle Eastern flavours. Presented family style, Hwang’s shabu shabu is the perfect dish for sharing.
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Thai style shrimp salad Assorted satay platter Singaporean chilli crab Sushi and sashimi platters Shabu shabu – a range of broths and dipping sauces, meats, seafood and vegetables, rice and noodles are prepared in an authentic hot pot at your table
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Noon – 11 pm Noon – 3 pm 6 pm – 11 pm Closed
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PRIME
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InterContinental Doha The City
For guests passionate about steak, the award winning Prime is a bold, quality dining destination promising the finest selection of cuts consistently cooked and seasoned to perfection. Prime’s relaxed and comfortable setting combined with its exquisite cuisine will surely make for a memorable dining experience.
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Opening Times: Daily for Dinner
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Main Courses Wagyu and Angus cuts Prime surf and turf Desserts Chocolate melting sphere Apple crumble Cheese board
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THE SQUARE ALL DAY DINING
InterContinental Doha The City
Featuring four interactive kitchens specialising in six influential cuisines from Japan, China, India, Thailand, Europe and the Middle East. Guests at The Square can indulge in an eclectic mix of international cuisines from east to west and will be pleasantly surprised with four distinct seating areas and a worldly dining experience.
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Cosmopolitan Night every Thursday Japanese sushi Italian pastas Asian noodles Arabic appetisers Wide array of drinks and desserts
Daily Breakfast Lunch Dinner Friday brunch
6:30 am – 11 pm 6:30 am – 10:30 am Noon – 3 pm 6 pm – 11 pm Noon – 4 pm
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DI CAPRI RESTAURANT ITALIAN
La Cigale Hotel
A contemporary dining restaurant elegantly designed to reflect the Italian spirit with a vibrant live cooking kitchen, offering a wide variety of signature dishes stamped with the gastronomic touch of the talented Italian chef. Superb five-star service in one of the most esteemed hotels Doha has to offer.
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Opening Times: Daily Lunch Dinner
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LE CENTRAL RESTAURANT MEDITERRANEAN
La Cigale Hotel
Trendy and contemporary in design, the menu at Le Central is a flavoursome combination of Mediterranean cuisine including a high-end antipasti station, a fresh seafood market and an extended beverage and wine menu. The salad bar also offers a huge variety of fresh choices. This is a popular and highly recommended venue for business meetings and lunches.
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Opening Times: Daily Lunch Dinner
Noon – 11:30 pm Noon – 3 pm 7 pm – 11:30 pm
Main Courses A wide choice from the fresh fish market, cooked according to each diner’s preference Sushi station Wagyu beef Desserts Select from the dessert trolley
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La Cigale Hotel
An all-day-dining outlet offering international cuisine with a wide array of Lebanese specialities. Le Cigalon features a scrumptious buffet for breakfast, lunch and dinner in addition to a variety of à la carte options. The open kitchen offers a memorable experience giving the diner a remarkable display of the chefs’ expert culinary skills.
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YEN SUSHI BAR JAPANESE
La Cigale Hotel
A smart modern bar offering the distinct dishes of Japan with creatively-crafted sushi and sashimi. The dishes are presented on a rotating belt or ‘sushi train’ with an endless assortment of culinary art that is pleasing to the eye and the palate. The colour coded plated formula makes for interesting and varied dining choices; an à la carte menu is also available.
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ACEITE SPANISH
Meliá Doha
Savour Spanish cuisine at its best in this modern signature restaurant. The Spanish specialities magnificently blend traditional and contemporary styles presenting an array of flavoursome and quirky dishes. An extensive variety from the wine cellar offers outstanding award-winning wines from around the world.
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Appetisers Hot and cold tapas with a modern twist Lobster tail Roasted pumpkin cream soup
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Noon – 11 pm Noon – 3:30 pm 7 pm – 11 pm Noon – 4 pm
Main Courses Fish/pescados Meat/carnes Desserts Churros with hot chocolate Crema Catalana
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NIDAAYA INTERNATIONAL
Meliá Doha
Nidaaya is a stylish and welcoming establishment, with a comfortable seating arrangement and friendly, professional staff. There is a well stocked, fresh and varied buffet and the delicious dining options will give you the chance to sample a variety of dishes. Take your time, relax and enjoy the feast.
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Meliá Doha
Indian fusion dishes are created by this talented, world-renowned chef, whose innovative dishes are a cullinary delight. You are guaranteed to enjoy an exquisite experience. Every dish is a statement which takes you on a journey that’s traditional and beyond. Savour every mouth-watering moment!
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MARRIOTT MARQUIS CITY CENTER DOHA HOTEL
West End Café & Patisserie
Daily 7 am – 11 pm
The Marriott Marquis City Center Doha Hotel – inviting, exciting and enticing dining. Bursting with entertainment and set out over seven floors, it’s a harmonious space offering a world of choice. Inspirational restaurants, lively bars and decadent lounges to suit any mood. Or simply sit back and unwind with a variety of shisha amidst breathtaking panoramic views of the Doha skyline at the Aqua Lounge pool deck. A new place for passing time, the West End Café & Patisserie is an expansive, comfortable, workable place to meet, greet, eat, drink and take care of business more brilliantly. Indulge in afternoon tea or enjoy their unique water-bar with a selection of over 20 types of international water brands. Pick up some handcrafted chocolates, homemade cakes or fresh pastries – make someone’s day. Ipanema is an award-winning authentic Brazilian Churrascaria (pronounced shoe – ras – karia), with a Rodizio style service. Choose from a large variety of sizzling meats on skewers, carved at your table by Passadores while enjoying the live Brazilian Samba band. Happy Hour sundowners are available daily and Brazilian brunch every Friday – take a trip to Rio de Janeiro and enjoy the feast!
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New York Steakhouse Sun – Thu 12 pm– 3 pm /Daily 6:30 pm – 11:30 pm
Aqua Lounge Poolside alfresco
Daily 9 am – 1 am
Aziza restaurant offers Lebanese cuisine with a seafood fusion made to perfection. Signature dishes are created with unique quality flavours and the finest of ingredients. Experience fine dining and live entertainment throughout the evening. With its chic decor Glo Cocktail Bar is a must for an unforgettable night out. Their special promotions include happy hours, weekend vibes, ladies night and after brunch sessions! Guest DJs spin the latest tunes including house and tech house.
Aziza Lebanese
Daily Noon – 2 am
Glo Cocktail Bar Daily 5 pm – 2 am Friday 4 pm – 2am
Champions
Ipanema Brazilian Churrascaria
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Daily 5 pm – 2 am
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LA BRASSERIE FRENCH/INTERNATIONAL
Mercure Grand Hotel
The French café restaurant has a wide choice of continental buffet for breakfast, lunch and dinner. This restaurant is styled around a Mediterranean theme although the menu is much more eclectic. If you’re looking for great service, a warm welcome and good food, then the Mercure will be happy to oblige.
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Wide range of international and french dishes from the buffet including: Assorted mezze Shrimp cocktail Lasagne Steak, fish, chicken Curry
Daily Breakfast Lunch Dinner
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LA VILLA
MEDITERRANEAN
Mercure Grand Hotel
Serving the finest cuisine from the Mediterranean region, with an extensive selection of dishes, La Villa, situated on the 12th floor, has the perfect ambience for enjoying a meal while taking in the panoramic views of the Corniche and Al Dafna. A semi-private salon in the restaurant can also be reserved for up to six diners.
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Appetisers Harira marrakchia soup Marinated mozzarella with smoked duck breast
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Main Courses Sauteed calamari à la Provençal Veal medallions with fresh mushrooms with Parisian potatoes, green beans Desserts Dark chocolate tower with orange sauce Praline cheese dome with berry sauce
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AL NAFOURAH GARDEN LEBANESE
Oryx Rotana Doha
Chill out at Al Nafourah Garden. Experience the relaxed atmosphere offering sumptuous light traditional Arabic bites and a wide variety of cocktails. Set the mood with a flavoursome selection of shishas within the inviting surroundings of the garden. Three-course business lunches are available from noon – 6 pm daily.
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Oryx Rotana Doha
Chi'Zen is a stunning high-end Chinese restaurant offering an entirely novel and exclusive culinary journey. Utilising a colour palette of dramatic blacks and rich red shades, Chi’Zen has a vivid yet elegant interior. The lounge entices guests with succulent cuisine, international beverages and cocktails as well as exotic fruit infusions and the widest range of flavoured teas from around the the world.
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Appetisers Duck salad – warm roasted, sliced duck served with lettuce, tomato, cucumber, spring onion and crisp beansprouts tossed in hoi sin dressing Salt and pepper calamari – crispy fried salt and pepper spiced calamari with a creamy mayonnaise dip
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CHOICES INTERNATIONAL
Oryx Rotana Doha
Dining at Choices offers a culinary delight of the highest standard. The open kitchen serves up a superb buffet breakfast, lunch, and dinner in addition to an à la carte menu and daily Theme Nights.
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Theme Nights
Daily Friday brunch
Latin night
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Mondays
Steak night
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Oriental seafood night Seafood night
6 am – 11:30 pm 12:30 pm – 4 pm
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THE CELLAR MEDITERRANEAN TAPAS
Oryx Rotana Doha
An authentic Spanish experience awaits at The Cellar, conveniently situated close to the city business sector and the airport. It is a popular venue, offering a variety of starters, main dishes and desserts. Sample their combination of quality wines in the classy and contemporary atmosphere.
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Appetisers Tuna tiratido – tuna dressed with soy sauce Spinach and goats’ cheese salad Gazpacho
Daily Noon – 2 am Friday 'TapBrunch' 12:30 pm – 4 pm
Main Courses Lamb loin – bean casserole, broccoli and rosemary glaze Grilled chicken breast – sweet potato puree, caramelised red onion and thyme Desserts Poached pears in red wine – served with cinnamon ice cream Warmed chocolate fondant – served with vanilla ice cream
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BENTLEY’S GRILL STEAKHOUSE
Radisson Blu Hotel, Doha
With the refined ambience of a private gentlemen’s club, Bentley’s Grill features mellow hues and a crackling fire. The elegant quality of the restaurant is reflected in the food: Chef Jurgen’s menu focuses on premium steak crafted from the finest Wagyu beef.
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Appetisers Pan seared scallops Grilled portobello mushrooms Terrine foie gras
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Main Courses Boeuf Bourguignon Lamb chops with Indian spices Watercress stuffed chicken breast Duck breast and blackcurrants Maple and soy glazed flank steak Roasted monkfish chops Slow poached Norwegian salmon Braised Wagyu beef tips Desserts Hot caramelised berry fruits Chocolate mousse disc Chef’s home made ice cream
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BISTRO BISTRO MEDITERRANEAN
Radisson Blu Hotel, Doha
So good they named it twice! Capturing the atmosphere and tastes of Europe, this restaurant is reminiscent of a Mediterranean cellar. Cool and charming, you could be mistaken for thinking you are sipping your coffee in a European café. Bon Appétit!
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Fresh salads French soup Selection of breads and bagels A la carte menu
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BOMBAY BALTI INDIAN
Radisson Blu Hotel, Doha
Embark on a dinnertime holiday to India at this bustling curry house. A modern and open space concept with intricate dĂŠcor, spicy aromas and bold flavours characterise this authentic experience. Freshly baked naan perfectly complements your selection and will keep you coming back for more.
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Appetisers Hari machi tikka Chicken pakora Jhinga pakora
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Main Courses Chicken tikka Beef jalfrezi Lamb rogan josh Mutton korma Hammour vindaloo King prawn tandoori
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CHINGARI INDIAN, TANDOORI
Radisson Blu Hotel, Doha
As Doha’s first genuine tandoori venue, Chingari, meaning ‘sparkling charcoal’, sets the bar for innovative dining. Fresh produce and well-marinated meat are cooked to perfection in a traditional clay oven. Butter chicken, fish tikkas, lamb and sag aloo are just a few of Chingari’s specialities. Live sitar music creates a pleasing background for your meal.
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Main Courses Chicken dopiaza Beef jalfrezi Beef bhuna Keema curry Prawn curry Hamour vindaloo King prawn tandoori
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MAXIM FRENCH
Radisson Blu Hotel, Doha
With sumptuous wines and decadent dishes, Maxim is everything you expect of a gourmet French restaurant. Old-world elegance and Parisian lavishness is harnessed in this visually stimulating environment. The venue pays homage to one of the world’s most revered culinary institutions with a focus on quality and immaculate attention to detail.
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Appetisers Smoked duck breast Crab Imperial Green pea soup
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Main Courses Dover sole Red mullet fillet Baked baby chicken breast Chauteaubriand Desserts Gianduia chocolate parfait Crêpe Suzettte
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PICASSO’S SPANISH
Radisson Blu Hotel, Doha
Spain’s convivial dining custom finds a new home at Picasso’s, the enjoyable tapas restaurant. Small, tasty dishes designed for socialising and sharing make each meal a party. Fruit sangria and frothy beers amplify the flavours of each creation.
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Seafood Calamares fritos sencillos Croquetas de patata y bacalao Langostinos a la sal Calamares saltedos Salmó con espinacas y menjillones
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6 pm til late
Meat Tapa de salami y queso Brochetas de polo con especias y miel Paella de valenciana Albondigas Solomillo de ternera al vino Carpaccio de carne de vacuno
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PIER 12 SEAFOOD
Radisson Blu Hotel, Doha
The overall look and feel of this restaurant is cool, modern and sophisticated. Sink your teeth into cooked-to-order seafood at Pier 12. Freshness and quality are evident in every mouthful of the Bouillabaisse soup, mussel pots and customised recipes. Perennial favourites include surf ‘n’ turf and Alaskan crab cakes.
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Appetisers Fresh ahi tuna tartare Grilled scallop salad Calamari fritter New England clam chowder P12 sashimi platter Smoked salmon bruschetta
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Main Courses Bouillabaisse Fettuccini with fresh seafood Shrimps primavera Thai fish one pot P12 fish and chips
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RUBY WU’S CHINESE
Radisson Blu Hotel, Doha
Spanning the vast culinary map of China, Ruby Wu’s serves tender duck, skilfully wrapped dumplings, juicy beef, spicy snapper and more. Expert chefs and knowledgeable servers ensure a satisfying experience. An open dining concept with a friendly atmosphere and delectable delights to suit every palate.
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Appetisers Spring rolls with sweet and sour sauce Minced duck wrapped in iceberg lettuce Marinated chilled duck with plum sauce Bang Bang chilled shredded chicken with Szechuan chilli sauce
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Main Courses Wok-fried lobster and honey beans with Szechuan sauce Roasted Peking style duck breast Stir-fried sliced beef with ginger and onion Mapo bean curd in Szechuan sauce Desserts Lemon and peppermint sherbet with white chocolate mousse Warm rice cake with mango in pandan syrup
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SAKURA
TEPPANYAKI AND SUSHI BAR
Radisson Blu Hotel, Doha
Sushi and teppanyaki delights await at Sakura, the Radisson’s famous Japanese establishment. In a theatre-like atmosphere, you can witness the artful preparation of your chosen dish. There is a Japanese saying ‘steal with your eyes’ – learn by watching – you may find yourself trying out this cullinary art at home!
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Appetisers Tori kara age – crispy marinated chicken Agedashi tofu – deep fried tofu with tempura sauce Ebi furai – breaded shrimps Kushi age – deep fried mixed seafood skewer with tongkatzu sauce
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Main Courses Sake shioyaki or teriyaki-grilled salmon Unagi kabayaki-barbecued eel from the grill Makimono Bento boxes Teppanyaki à la carte Menmono and don buri Desserts Matcha ice cream Banana tempura
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THE ITALIAN JOB ITALIAN
Radisson Blu Hotel, Doha
The sign above the door reads ‘do not enter if you do not have a sense of humour’ so make sure you’re ready to enjoy a laugh. This family-friendly restaurant specialises in the real deal when it comes to pasta, pizza and other Italian staples. Families especially enjoy the antics of the singing waiters and waitresses, who add an air of lively festivity to your dining experience and make it truly unforgettable.
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Appetisers Buffalo mozzarella with tomato and pesto dressing Marinated beef carpaccio with ruccola salad and shaved parmesan cheese Crispy fried calamari, hamour strips, shrimps and sea scallops with garlic dip
Daily
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Main Courses Risotto with prawns, hamour fillet, calamari, mussels and saffron Lasagna alla Bolognese Salmon escalope with lemon mint sauce Veal escalope with tomato sauce, topped with fontina cheese Desserts Tiramisu al fresco Torta della nonna Semifreddo alla Nutella
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SHANGRI-LA HOTEL, DOHA A unique blend of Asian and Qatari hospitality awaits guests at the impressive Shangri-La Hotel, Doha. Set among glittering skyscrapers, floor to ceiling windows allow you to admire panoramic views of the young city of Doha. A veritable feast awaits diners at any of their four restaurants or, if you feel like kicking back then The Den piano bar will ease your mind and soothe your soul. The Shanghai Club, spanning two levels, is a chic venue in which to indulge, enjoying Chinese and Cantonese fusion bar food and entertainment from resident DJs. An Arabian souq style sets the ambience at Sridan restaurant offering a culinary journey throughout the world while Yabby celebrates seafood cooked to perfection. If it’s a taste of South America you fancy, the Argentine grill at Fuego will settle that craving and in true Latin-style a lively folk duo add to the convivial atmosphere. Friday brunch at either Sridan or Yabby should leave you satisfied and looking forward to your next visit.
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The Lobby Lounge is a great place to begin the day with a hearty breakfast. There is also a selection of fine teas, coffee and delicious delights. Soothing music of the pianist fills the air with melodies from afternoon until early evening. Open daily 8 am – midnight The Pool Bar features an outdoor poolside lounge, which serves light snacks and drinks daily 10 am – 6 pm.
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FUEGO – South American
Dinner 5:30 pm – midnight
SRIDAN – International
Daily 6 am – midnight Fri brunch 12:30 pm – 4 pm
YABBY – Seafood
Signature dishes
Noon – midnight Fri brunch noon – 3:30 pm
SHANGHAI CLUB – Chinese Lounge and bar
Noon – midnight Sun – Thu 5:30 – 1 am Fri – Sat 5:30 – 2 am
THE DEN – Cocktails, wines, spirits, beer
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AL DANA INTERNATIONAL
Sharq Village & Spa
This oceanfront restaurant is a casual and elegant enclave to enjoy a memorable dining experience. Other distinctive features include a visually exciting show kitchen and sushi counter where diners can follow the preparation of their meal. The outdoor beach terrace offers a more relaxed and al fresco environment, with stunning views over Doha Bay. This casual dining spot offers the perfect location for evening cocktails and stargazing under swaying palms.
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Appetisers Cold braised salmon with herb oil Crispy calamari Vegetable/prawn/Alaskan king crab tempura Oysters: tsarskaya, and fine de claire
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6:30 pm – 11 pm Closed
Seafood Platter for two Steamed red snapper Poached hamour fillet Seared scallop Sole roulade Pan fried sea bass
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AL LIWAN ARABIAN AND INTERNATIONAL
Sharq Village & Spa
Enjoy a magnificent feast with a wide array of traditional favourites, savoury delights, grilled dishes and exquisite desserts all wrapped up in an authentic Arabic atmosphere. The buffet changes each day to combine new specialities and regional favourites. At the grill station guests may feast on a selection of fine meats and fresh seafood. For an indulgent finale, the buffet offers a decadent dessert station laden with a sinful selection of puddings.
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Opening Times: Daily Breakfast Lunch Dinner Fri and Sat brunch
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PARISA PERSIAN
Sharq Village & Spa
Parisa, which means ‘an angel’, invites diners to enjoy an exciting style of contemporary Persian delights at its finest. The seaview restaurant overlooks Doha Bay and is the perfect backdrop for a memorable dining experience. The rich interior design with its purple and grey colour scheme is complemented by traditional Persian décor.
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Appetisers Mast-o khiar Salad laboo
Daily Sun – Thu Lunch Dinner Fri and Sat
Main Courses Meigoo kebab from the charcoal grill Khoresht–e ghorme sabzi Jooje kebab Shole zard Desserts Baghlava Baslogh Makhloot
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AL HUBARA
Sheraton Grand Doha Resort & Hotel
INTERNATIONAL
This is the Sheraton's daily dining venue, serving international cuisine from the ample assortment of courses ready to be plated up. An à la carte menu is available in the evening for dinner.
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Breakfast with juice, cereal, yogurt, fresh pastries, eggs the way you want them, cheese, fresh fruit and more.
Daily Breakfast Lunch Dinner Fri brunch Sat Arabic brunch Daily Dinner à la carte menu
Appetisers Combination of hot and cold mezze Variety of salads
6am – 11:30 pm 6 am – 10:30 am Noon – 3:30 pm 7 pm – 11:30 pm 12:30 pm – 4 pm 12:30 pm – 4 pm 6 pm – 11:30 pm
Main Courses Grilled hamour fillet Singapore noodles Variety of Indian curries Desserts Umm Ali Selection of ice cream and sorbet
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AL SHAHEEN LEBANESE
Sheraton Grand Doha Resort & Hotel
Al Shaheen is one of Doha’s most stunning restaurants, boasting an incredible view overlooking Doha Bay. Come together at this rooftop restaurant for lunch or dinner and take in the best panoramic view in town. Experience traditional Lebanese cuisine prepared with the finest and richest of ingredients, while enjoying the live entertainment.
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Opening Times: Daily Tue – Sun Dinner 7 pm – 11 pm
Main Courses Shish tawook Middle-Eastern mixed grill Whole boneless baby chicken Kashta Bel Asal Umm Ali Sliced seasonal fruits
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AL MASKAR SEAFOOD
Sheraton Grand Doha Resort & Hotel
Savour the Al Maskar Restaurant's fresh seafood, with influences of France apparent in this cullinary style. Contemporary cuisine meets traditional, with a blend of modern day Mediterranean dishes. Al Maskar restaurant is a seafood lovers paradise, sure to lure you in time and time again.
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Appetisers Soup Salads Hot and cold appetisers
Daily for Dinner Weekend lunch
7 pm – 11:30 pm 12:30 pm – 4 pm
Main Courses Hamour 'Plaki' Cuttlefish stew with spinach Platters for 2 Fish on the grill Desserts Greek yogurt panna cotta, honey, caviar and preserved kumquat Mosaic cocoa, cookies, honey walnut ice cream
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LA VERANDA ITALIAN
Sheraton Grand Doha Resort & Hotel
The original Italian restaurant in Doha, La Veranda is the perfect place to experience an authentic taste of Italy. Serving delicious selections, from Italian home cooking to pizzas baked in a traditional wood burning oven, all against the backdrop of a magnificent sea view.
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Appetisers Zuppa di pesce – seafood soup Caprese salad
Daily Noon – 11:30 pm Lunch Noon – 3 pm Dinner 7 pm – 11:30 pm Fri and Sat brunch 12:30 pm – 4 pm
Main courses Hamour fillet with cherry tomato, basil, garlic and seafood bisque Grilled beef tenderloin with roast potatoes and balsamic dressing Desserts Panna cotta with Chinese five spice and salted caramel biscuit crumble Gelato – pistachio, chocolate, vanilla, walnuts
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LATINO
SOUTH AMERICAN
Sheraton Grand Doha Resort & Hotel
In its quest to offer a breath of fresh air and a fiesta of the senses to diners and guests, Latino Restaurant offers classic cuisines from South America. Feast on a range of mouthwatering traditional dishes from all over South America and enjoy the festive mood created by the live Latino band.
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Main Courses Chicken or seafood paella Prawn, beef, chicken or vegetable fajitas Lamo saltado Desserts Dulce de leche Crema Catalana
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FLAMINGOS INTERNATIONAL
The Ritz-Carlton, Doha
The poolside location of Flamingos with its panoramic sea views is the perfect backdrop for casual dining. There is an eclectic menu of light snacks, grills, refreshing salads, sandwiches and fresh juices to enjoy after a workout, or while relaxing at the pool.
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10 am – sunset 12 pm – sunset
Main Courses Thai beef salad Chicken panini Fish of the day Desserts NY cheesecake Fruit platter
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LA MER SEAFOOD
The Ritz-Carlton, Doha
Situated atop the 23-storey building, the hotel’s signature seafood and steak restaurant offers expansive views over the Arabian Gulf and is the perfect accompaniment to the extraordinary interior design and contemporary cuisine. The private dining room and the adjacent Level 23 bar are also elegantly designed environments in which to relax and sample classical dining in its finest form.
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6:30 pm – 11 pm Closed
Main Courses Mediterranean wild sea bass Braised Wagyu beef short ribs Tea smoked duck breast Afternoon Tea High Tea – selection of sandwiches, scones, tea pastries and signature tea Middle Eastern Afternoon Tea – selection of hot and cold mezze, scones, Arabic sweets and tea or coffee
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PORCINI ITALIAN
The Ritz-Carlton, Doha
Porcini is named after the Italian mushroom boletus edulis, which many Italian chefs consider the best mushroom in the world. The chefs’ dishes are imaginative, risky and daring. The restaurant is romantic and exclusive, from the impeccably placed utensils on the table to the well-designed romantic lighting. It is also ideal for friends and family to celebrate a special evening.
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THE LAGOON MULTI-CUISINE
The Ritz-Carlton, Doha
Enjoy casual dining with natural sunlight brightening the restaurant and creating an airy ambience. The extravagant buffet offers a blend of international, Arabic and Far Eastern cuisines, while the à la carte menu provides limitless choices for breakfast, lunch and dinner. A special children’s menu is also available. Enjoy the views of the turquoise waters of the Arabian Gulf to complement this dining experience.
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Opening Times: Daily Breakfast Lunch Dinner A la carte Fri brunch
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AL SULTAN BRAHIM LEBANESE
The St. Regis Doha
Al Sultan Brahim is an award winning, upscale Lebanese restaurant known for its impeccable service and delicious cuisine. The famous restaurant was originally founded in 1961 by the El Ramy brothers from Jnah, Beirut which has now expanded to join the St Regis in Doha. Diners can savour seafood cuisine prepared by a Jnah-trained chef, as well as other Lebanese favourites. Al Sultan Brahim also features a premier selection of Arak and Lebanese wines.
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ASTOR GRILL STEAK AND SEAFOOD
The St. Regis Doha
Updating New York City’s steakhouses with modern décor and an engaging ambience, the award winning Astor Grill guarantees an unforgettable meal. The ever-changing menu includes the freshest seafood and fish available alongside top-quality beef, prepared on a charcoal grill. An extensive wine list features an exceptional selection of world class labels, many of which are unavailable elsewhere in Doha.
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Opening Times: Daily for Dinner 7 pm – midnight Sat Closed
Main Courses Seafood à la planche Australian full-blood Wagyu fillet USDA prime Angus t-bone Honey mustard grilled baby chicken Sea trout steak Desserts Warm apple tart and ice cream Hot sticky date and chocolate pudding South America flan deluce vanilla ice cream
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GORDON RAMSAY INTERNATIONAL
The St. Regis Doha
Simplicity, imagination, and unrivaled quality merge with exceptional results at Gordon Ramsay. The epicurean offerings from Michelin-starred chef, Gilles Bosquet, are drawn from the season’s freshest ingredients, combining flavours, textures, and ingredients reminiscent of the restaurant’s namesake. The dining experience is enhanced with the ideal accompanying selection from the large wine cellar.
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Main Courses Risotto carnaroli gallo riserva Red mullet Wagyu beef tagliata Desserts Traditional tiramisu Homemade gelato of the day
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HAKKASAN MODERN CHINESE CANTONESE
The St. Regis Doha
Hakkasan has a mission to raise authentically Chinese, especially Cantonese cuisine, into the world of fine contemporary dining. This vision is known as modern authenticity. The past is acknowledged with no fear for the future, a notion which is utterly appropriate for Doha. The restaurant features two private dining rooms, a Ling Ling Lounge and an elegant garden terrace. Ling Ling is inspired with signature cocktails and a limited edition menu in mind.
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Opening Times: Daily for Dinner 6 pm – midnight Fri brunch Noon – 3:30 pm
Desserts Chocolate fondant Lemon pot Selection of homemade ice cream and sorbet
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Opal unites casual, exacting service with a relaxed, bistro-style environment and views of the Arabian Gulf. A live gourmet pizza station presents straightforward, yet contemporary cuisine inspired by street food that characterises the restaurant’s spontaneous menu. A lively wine list complements the flavoursome dishes, while fusion and molecular cocktails offer inventive alternatives.
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Opening Times: Daily Lunch Dinner Fri brunch
Main Courses A wide selection of pizzas Marinated grilled tiger prawns, panzanella, salad, fennel and croutons with lemon Slow cooked lamb rack, sauce épice, horseradish and crushed potatoes Desserts Traditional Eton Mess Carrot cheese cake yogurt sorbet Childrens menu available
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VINE RESTAURANT INTERNATIONAL
The St. Regis Doha
Vine Restaurant offers an innovative, fresh menu, serving international and regional cuisine with a Californian twist. An international breakfast starts the day, while the Thursday and Friday brunch draws friends and families to dine and connect as they enjoy live music. Californian and Mediterranean cuisine takes over for lunch, with an international theme running throughout live-cooking stations and an extensive buffet selection. The assortment of dishes will satisfy every craving.
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BBQ Evening Brunch each Thurdsay – barbecue classics and sides on the terrace Round the world dining experience Live food stations Large selection of grilled meat and fresh fish Delightful mix of mezze and refreshing beverages Extensive dessert buffet
Daily Fri – Wed Lunch Dinner Thu eve brunch Fri brunch
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HUNTER’S ROOM & GRILL STEAKHOUSE
The Westin Doha Hotel & Spa
Hunter's Room and Grill puts an upscale, contemporary spin on the traditional grill steakhouse. The décor is modern and minimalist, with plush leather chairs and beautiful dark wood dining tables. The open kitchen emanates aromas of succulent meats capturing the senses and teasing the tastebuds.
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Opening Times: Dinner
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Main Courses Lamb chops flambé with grape sauce Beef bourguignon with mushrooms, shallots, cabbage and veal bacon Desserts Lime leaves brûlée Roly Poly – lemon, raspberry and peanuts
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SABAI THAI ROYAL THAI
The Westin Doha Hotel & Spa
A stylish show kitchen features live cooking of the season's finest, fresh quality ingredients. Sophisticated palates will appreciate the modern yet authentic interpretation of Royal Thai cuisine. For those on the hop, who want to catch a quick bite to eat, Sabai Thai offer an express business lunch. The signature brunch will enhance your weekend and leave you completely satisfied.
A SELECTION FROM THE MENU Appetisers Meang kam – wild betel leaves, dried shrimp, shallots, lime, chili, toasted coconut and ginger dressing, served bite size Neau dad diew thod – Deep-fried marinated beef with sriracha sauce
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Main Courses Nuea sub phad bai gaprow – stir-fried minced beef with chili and hot basil leaves Gai phad med mamuang – stir-fried chicken with cashew nut, spring onion and chilli paste Desserts Tub tim siam – water chestnut rubies in chilled coconut milk Khow niew mamaung – coconut sticky rice with mango
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SEASONAL TASTES INTERNATIONAL
The Westin Doha Hotel & Spa
Seasonal Tastes, the Westin Hotel's signature dining venue, serves fresh local favourites, Asian specialities and other popular international fare. Choose from the à la carte menu or from the interactive cooking stations where friendly staff will prepare made-to-order dishes at your request. This restaurant offers all day dining with an extensive array of dishes available at the buffet.
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Beef carpaccio – peppered bocconcini, datterino, tomatoes, shaved reggiano, smoked maldon salt
Daily Fri brunch
All day dining Noon – 3:30 pm
Main Courses Grilled chicken sandwich – free range chicken, avocado, rocket leaves, sundried tomato pesto, farm bread toast, french fries Angus beef burger – fontina cheese, grilled onion, tomato chutney, lettuce and gherkin, french fries Desserts Cheesecake – blueberry compote, macchiato crumble, citrus cloud The chocolate sphere – crunchy chocolate praline, Maraschino cherries, hot chocolate soup
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CARISMA ITALIAN
Warwick Doha Hotel
Carisma is one of Doha’s newest Italian experiences, exuding charm and grace. Coupled with the inspired menu and beautifully presented dishes, you can be sure that you will soon be one of the devoted. Guests can expect a journey of culinary delights, traditional Italian fare with a twist, to please even the most discerning palate.
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Appetisers Fritto misto di mare – fresh, tender baby squid rings and prawns, served with tartar and spicy sauce Carpaccio di manzo – slim slices of fresh Angus beef fillet, herb sea salt and pepper marinade, olive-truffle, parmesan shavings and rucola leaves
Open daily for lunch and dinner, call for reservations
Main Courses Filetto di gernia alla livornese – hamour cooked in a clay pot with tomato sauce Pollo ruspante alla calabrese – deboned baby chicken, marinated in thyme, rolled with spinach and garlic with a hot tomato sauce and roast potatoes Dessert Salame del re – rich and dense warm chocolate cake with walnuts and pistachios, served with a light vanilla sauce
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L’AUBERGE INTERNATIONAL
Warwick Doha Hotel
L'Auberge is an all day dining restaurant with international fine cuisine on offer. Each meal features a scrumptuous course selection of fresh produce, locally and globally sourced. The spread on offer is so vast, you will find your dining needs are more than met.
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MOON DECK INTERNATIONAL
Warwick Doha Hotel
Rooftop grill provides guests with an eclectic menu, sumptuous flavours and a relaxing poolside ambience – day or night. From international staples, to local favourites, Moon Deck will impress you with a varied bill of fare. A charming venue with great views of downtown Doha, boosting further this unique dining experience
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Themed evenings and events such as: Egyptian night Seafood night Diwali celebrations Barbecue night Sports nights Eid Celebrations and more!
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CHOPSTICKS RESTAURANT FAR EASTERN
Wyndham Grand Regency Doha
This restaurant blends elegant décor, gracious hospitality and exotic Far Eastern dishes, served with style, in an atmosphere of unsurpassed elegance. Lovers of Asian cuisine will enjoy the beautifully presented, luscious dishes and will want to indulge again and again.
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Appetisers Beef maki – fried tender beef, cucumber, sesame seeds and chef’s sauce Crispy duck maki – fried roasted duck, cucumber, carrots, spring onion and hoisin sauce
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Specials Noodle wrap tempura – crispy fried fresh shrimp wrapped with egg noodles Battered fried squid with sweet chili sauce Desserts Crispy fried banana with honey ice cream Mango sago pudding with strawberry sauce
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GRAND GOURMET RESTAURANT
Wyndham Grand Regency Doha
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The Grand Gourmet has a scrumptious buffet providing an eclectic selection of dishes from all over the world, as well as offering a taste of local cuisine. The restaurants presents different theme nights like Arabian and seafood, as well as a Friday brunch.
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Appetisers Vegetable lasagne – layers of grilled aubergine, courgette, spinach and lentil bolognaise between fresh pasta and béchamel sauce Handmade ravioli – exotic mushrooms in a tomato cream sauce with fresh cracked pepper
Daily Breakfast Lunch Dinner Fri brunch
Main Courses Tenderloin of Angus beef with black mushroom sauce Hamour tournedos with seasonal vegetables and baked potatoes topped with cheddar cheese and caper sauce Desserts Cheese platter – trio of Australian cheeses with dried fruit, quince paste and crispy lavosh
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TANGIA RESTAURANT MOROCCAN
Wyndham Grand Regency Doha
The Tangia Restaurant has some of the best traditional recipes from Morocco. The aromas of Africa permeate through the restaurant while rhythmic Moroccan melodies provide a reposeful background. This is an ideal place to unwind and soak up the atmosphere.
A SELECTION FROM THE MENU Appetisers Lobster harira soup with chickpeas, lentils, tomato and coriander Chicken pastille – Moroccan chicken in filo pastry with roasted almonds and saffron Main Courses The famous couscous Mechoui – slow cooked roasted lamb shoulder marinated in herbs and spices, with stuffed dates Healthy tagine – vegetables and fresh coriander in ras el hanout sauce, with roasted aubergine and cumin Desserts Orange salad with cinnamon, almonds and honey Chocolate couscous fondant with red berry coulis and roasted almond ice cream
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Al Bustan Hotel Albatross Amari Hotel Al Jalsa Lounge Musheireb Restaurant Nasma Lounge Banana Island Resort Doha by Anantara Al Nahham Azraq Dining by Design Q Lounge & Restaurant Riva Ted’s Zest Best Western Plus Doha Koronfol Venus Coffee Lounge Century Hotel Monde Copthorne Hotel Choices Doha Down Town La Bruschetta Ezdan Hotel, West Bay Al-Thouraya Fraser Suits Gioia Gokulam Park Doha De Dine Zone Governor West Bay Suites and Residences Fusion Restaurant Governor Café Grand Heritage Doha Hotel & Spa Agora Blue Flavours
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Kempinski Residences & Suites, Doha Aroma
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Crossroads Kitchen
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Millenium Hotel Doha Cosmo
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Mövenpick Hotel Doha The Seasons Restaurant
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Retaj Residence Al Corniche La Cuisine Restaurant
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Retaj Residence Al Sadd Salsable Restaurant
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Sealine Beach Resort Bon Bini
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DINING WITH CELEBRITY CHEFS Redefine your dining experience in Doha at one of the growing number of celebrity chef restaurants offering you their masterful take on culinary creations designed to delight your palate. From chefs you’ve only seen on TV to those you’ve just heard of, the city now has an impressive list of restaurants by these famous chefs.
Chef Gordon Ramsay
Chef Nobu Matsuhisa
Nobu by Chef Nobu Matsuhisa Located at the luxurious Four Seasons Hotel Doha, the 503 sq m Nobu Doha is the world’s largest. Marking a true synergy between the two innovative brands of Four Seasons and Nobu, Nobu Doha is only the second Nobu restaurant in the Middle East. Designed by the award-winning Rockwell Group, the multi-million-dollar structure is the world’s first freestanding Nobu. The trilevel design takes inspiration from Doha’s pearl-diving past, incorporating rich natural elements. The exterior suggests a coiled shell, accented with undulating strips of river stone and bronze accents. The tri-level architectural masterpiece showcases the very best in culinary
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experiences with exquisite cuisine inspired by the region and matched by panoramic views of the Arabian Gulf. HIghlights include a luxurious 134-seat interior dining area, two exclusive private dining rooms, a 10-seat sushi counter, a sophisticated White Pearl Bar & Lounge, a stylish Black Pearl Bar & Lounge, and a one-of-a-kind, 38-seat rooftop lounge that encompasses both indoor and outdoor seating options. You will embark on an epicurean adventure with Nobu and Four Seasons Hotel Doha here. 4494 8888, fourseasons.com/doha
Opal and Gordon Ramsay by Chef Gordon Ramsay Opal Acknowledged as one of the very best restaurants in Doha, Opal offers everything that defines the Gordon Ramsay experience, yet in a relaxed and social dining environment. At the heart of this bistro-style space is the gourmet pizza station. The menu is simple, fresh and tasty with classics such as the Opal Wagyu burger being a favourite. Complementing the menu is a lively sommelier’s selection, featuring the largest collection in Doha. Have a drink at The Opal Bar or dine al fresco on the terrace for a social dining experience. 4446 0105, opalbygordonramsaydoha.com
Jean-Georges is responsible for the operation and success of a constellation of three- and four-star restaurants in the US, UK, Qatar and Shanghai. Inspired by the street food found in Southeast Asia, Jean-Georges Vongerichten inspires us with a fusion of authentic cuisine served in a casual yet sophisticated atmosphere. 4453 5135, spicemarketdoha.com
Toro Toro and Pampano by Richard Sandoval Gordan Ramsay Flavours, textures and ingredients are combined by a team of highly qualified chefs to stimulate, inspire and revive one’s palate in a fresh new way. This remarkable fine-dining experience is enhanced when the Head Sommelier is invited to pair the perfect beverages with diners’ choices. Any experience characterised as avant-garde might seem a little unusual at first. Which is why guests and visitors are invited to have a drink at The Conservatory linking Gordon Ramsay and its sister restaurant Opal to watch the theatre and satisfy a thirst for the out of the ordinary. Guests are welcome to use the private entrance to the restaurant which is located from the ground floor on the right hand side of Hakkasan; a private elevator will lead you directly to Gordon Ramsay. 4446 0105, gordonramsaydoha.com
Spice Market by Chef Jean-Georges
Toro Toro, the popular and much awaited Pan Latin American restaurant by celebrity chef Richard Sandoval, has opened its doors in Qatar. Located in the gardens of Marsa Malaz Kempinski at The Pearl-Qatar, the hotspot is an exciting concept in Doha’s booming culinary scene, priding itself on offering guests a contemporary take on tastes from the Latin American region including Brazil, Peru, Argentina, Colombia, and Mexico. Located on the private island of Marsa Malaz Kempinski, the unique venue offers phenomenal views over Qanat Quartier and the Arabian Gulf with indoor and al fresco dining on the terraces. The sultry interior pays homage to the fires of the traditional Churrasco grill. 4035 5101, kempinski.com Pampano A world-class award winning restaurant concept, offering Latin coastal cuisine in an elegant yet unpretentious setting.
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saffron;’zaalouk’ squash with stuffed squash blossom; and camel calf. Philippe Starck designed the décor for this exceptional restaurant with seating for 60. The staff are trained for six months in order to be able to provide the highest quality service and give customers an experience that is as unique as the restaurant itself. 4422 4488, mia.org.qa/en/visiting/idam ‘Signature’ by Sanjeev Kapoor
Saffron Lounge represents Indian cuisine in its traditional yet varied regional diversity at Katara with Michelin starred-chef Vineet Bhatia. The idea was to create something that highlights the culture of India. The food leans towards the traditional, amid a nostalgic atmosphere overlooking the waters of the Gulf; guests can mix and match dishes from across India. The Tea Lounge serves different teas all day long with snacks and salads. 4408 1234, saffronlounge.net IDAM by Alain Ducasse
IDAM opened its doors in Doha, in the heart of the Museum of Islamic Art, this is Alain Ducasse’s first restaurant in the Middle East. Idam means ‘generosity, the care and attention we take with our guests’. The menu offers refined French-Mediterranean cuisine with a touch of influence from the Middle East: tender octopus, potatoes infused with
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‘Signature’ by Sanjeev Kapoor at Meliá Hotel is a super fine dining restaurant that serves Chef Sanjeev Kapoor’s authentic Indian and signature dishes under one roof. Every dish is a statement that takes you on a journey that’s traditional and beyond. At Signature, you will be greeted by staff trained to provide you with a top notch dining experience, a menu that integrates the best of traditional Indian cuisine with signature dishes that showcase quintessential Indian ingredients and cooking techniques. Besides ‘food’ being the focus at Signature, the elegantly done themed ambience with a décor reflecting the experimental cuisine complements the entire dining experience. 4019 9999, melia.com
AFTERNOON TEA
Afternoon tea has become a delightful institution, conjuring up images of genteel ladies sipping from bone china teacups, brushing away crumbs from a stray piece of fruit cake. An important part of afternoon tea is of course the beverage itself. Carefully selected teas will complement the assortment of finger sandwiches, scones and sweet pastries on offer. This aspect of English heritage has been successfully transported to the Middle East – details of some of the best choices are found below. As warrants such a social event, it is recommended that patrons wear elegant smart casual wear to fully embrace the occasion. Four Seasons Hotel Doha 4494 8888 Seasons Tea Lounge Scones and tea bread, sweets and savouries Daily 3 pm – 6:30 pm InterContinental Doha Tea Garden Traditional afternoon tea Daily 3 pm – 6 pm
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Souq Waqif Boutique Hotels 4433 6666 Al Sala High tea with cucumber sandwiches, scones and French pastries Daily 2 pm – 6 pm The Ritz-Carlton, Doha The Lobby Lounge Classic high tea; gluten free available upon request Daily 2:30 pm – 4:30 pm
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Crowne Plaza Doha – The Business Park
The bar offers innovative poolside cuisine and beverages, then transforms into the perfect evening location at the weekend. There are barbecue nights every evening from 8 pm onwards, as well as a ladies night every Thursday, Friday and Saturday, also starting at 8 pm.
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Crowne Plaza Doha – The Business Park
The appropriate counterpart to Rodizio, Misturado provides a dedicated bar ambience with direct street access. Misturado has fast become a popular ‘hang out’ in Doha, with many returning visitors due to the excellent and friendly service. This venue is renowned for its wide selection of beverages and bar snacks with a Brazilian twist.
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THE PEARL LOUNGE INTERNATIONAL
Doha Marriott Hotel
One of Doha's most famous night spots has had a striking refurbishment! The Pearl Lounge hosts an impressive lineup of international and local DJ's catering to all musical tastes. With daily happy hours and a delectable food menu, the Pearl Lounge is the perfect place for an upbeat and enjoyable evening out.
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TRADER VIC’S
Hilton Doha
The legendary Trader Vic’s is renowned for its unique décor, tantalising food and creative drinks – especially famous for their Mai Tai – and impeccable service. The menu offers a fusion of flavoursome Asian-Polynesian dishes, light bites, lunch and dinner. An ideal setting for sipping cocktails on the terrace by the city’s shore.
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DoubleTree by Hilton
This sky lounge is the perfect place to chill out and relax. Treat yourself to a refreshing healthy drink and savour the delicious Mediterranean dishes offered. A perfect venue to sip cocktails and enjoy the breathtaking views of the Doha skyline in the evening.
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Horizon Manor Hotel
The Rose & Thistle – a proper Brit-themed pub, your local in Qatar! Featuring lots of dark wooden furnishings, the pub has plenty of the familiar trappings like live music, a pub quiz, darts and a menu of Brit-themed ‘pub grub’. The bar is popular with those looking for a taste of home, with screenings of top sporting events throughout the week.
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Mecure Grand Hotel
English style steakhouse bar serving a variety of cocktails and drinks to complement the wide choice of grilled steaks. Relax and take in a game on the television screens showing live coverage of sporting events from around the world. Located on the top floor offering breathtaking views of Doha city.
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Intercontinental Doha The City
Located on Levels 55 and 56 Strata Lounge serves a menu of contemporary Asian cuisine. Relax and unwind to the sounds of ambient and chill out music. Later in the evening head up to the lounge on Level 56 directly accessible from Strata Lounge where guests choose to start or continue a sleek experience in elegant surroundings. Enjoy a selection of champagnes, vodkas and creative cocktails, while taking in the impressive views of Al Dafna from the most stylish, opulent and highest lounge in town!
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Oryx Rotana Doha
This select hideaway for discerning members of society will provide the quintessential ambience for a romantic date or a night out with friends, while enjoying top class live Blues and Jazz. A great place to unwind after a busy day, sure to become a favourite haunt.
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Radisson Blu Hotel, Doha
A chic champagne bar, Bubbles on Two spans two floors in the East wing of the Radisson Blu Hotel, Doha and is known for its elegant atmosphere. This is the ideal place to take it easy with friends or colleagues and sip an expertly shaken Martini or cocktail of your choice. This popular and trendy venue invites you to be entertained by live jazz most evenings.
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Radisson Blu Hotel, Doha
The Manhattan bar brings a piece of New York to Doha! Unique wall art portrays the Manhattan skyline as seen from outer space. In the East wing of the hotel’s ground floor, this bar channels the unmistakable attitude of the Big Apple. A cosy, chic bar to kick-off the night or linger and soak up the charming surroundings.
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Radisson Blu Hotel, Doha
Orion is situated on the 9th floor of the West wing and is abuzz with lively chatter and laughter. The intrigue of Morocco draws patrons to Orion, where distinctive background music, piquant cocktails and creative snacks set the stage for an enjoyable evening.
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Radisson Blu Hotel, Doha
A major nightlife hotspot in Doha, Qube is the place to see and be seen as you dance the night away. Many of the world’s most famous DJs have played at the club, with many more lined up in the future. Qube is located to the rear of the hotel and is open to the general public but can be reserved for exclusive, private corporate events.
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Radisson Blu Hotel, Doha
A big hit with a mostly expatriate crowd, Shehrazad offers a great atmosphere, delicious pub fare and wide selection of beers, spirits and cocktails. Always a lively hangout, this joint is especially exciting on match days. As well as other events, there is a Pub Quiz set for the last Monday of every month. Shehrazad is located in the West wing of the hotel.
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THE LIBRARY
Radisson Blu Hotel, Doha
Located on the 11th floor in the West Wing, the cocktail bar serves panoramic views alongside creatively mixed drinks. A bit removed from the bustle of the hotel’s other bars, soft music drifts through establishing The Library as a soothing and pleasant enclave.
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Be seduced by the intoxicating mix of sounds, lights and scents that are uniquely Zouk. With a Caribbean-inspired theme, Zouk Lounge brings the evocative concept of a Caribbean cruise to life with its intoxicating mix of exotic drinks and foods. Named after the city where the famous lambada song originated, it brings the soothing yet vibrant, rhythms of Caribbean beaches to Qatar.
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CIGAR LOUNGE
Sharq Village & Spa
For the discriminating cigar aficionado, or for those who merely enjoy the occasional cognac and a Cuban, the colonial-style Cigar Lounge is an intimate hideaway furnished with deep leather chairs and ceiling fans, offering a magnificent selection of the world’s most exclusive cigars. Indulge in the elegant surroundings and allow yourself some time to take it easy.
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The ideal pub to enjoy all your favourite Irish dishes and relax with friends. There is live music from some of Doha’s best bands and singers, and the latest sports action can be seen on the big screen TVs. A vibrant and energetic venue with a great atmosphere.
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ADMIRAL’S CLUB
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Admiral’s Club, located at The Ritz-Carlton, Doha Marina, features exquisitely crafted modern international cuisine in a relaxed atmosphere. The Club also offers a bar and casual dining area located inside the spacious lounge, plus an outdoor terrace overlooking the marina.
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Jazz at Lincoln Center Doha brings a taste of the jazz world, in every sense, to the region. Sensational jazz demands an equally sensational setting, and Jazz at Lincoln Center Doha takes place in a wonderfully theatrical ambience that recalls a legendary jazz venue of the golden era. Like modern jazz itself, cocktails bring a contemporary freshness to authentic greats and the New-World wine selection is the largest in Doha. This is a dedicated, non-profit organisation with a unique vision to inspire and educate audiences of all ages.
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Overlooking an exclusive golden beach, with sweeping views of the pool and Arabian Gulf, Oyster Bay and Bar is an oasis of fun. Cool off and allow yourself some time to indulge in the azure waters of the sea or have a dip in the olympic sized swimming pool. As the sun sets enjoy cocktails while soaking up the sounds of lounge music. Reggae nights on the seafront makes for a chilled out weekend.
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Mix Bar, lounge and terrace revitalises Doha’s social scene with a playful approach and an uncompromising commitment to quality. Situated in the prime location of the city’s central business district makes it simple to gather with friends and colleagues. Have fun taking in the show provided by mixologists displaying their techniques and skills!
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CRYSTAL LOUNGE
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Paint the town red in the sleek, black interior of the Crystal Lounge. Under the elegant Baccarat chandelier, sip the best bubbly in town from the champagne bar and sup on upscale fare while grooving to DJs spinning the latest music. Get ready for an evening of non-stop partying and prepare to dance the night away.
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Partake in a few light bites at the Crystal Lounge: the Recharge menu features Caesar salad, steak baguette, and assorted hot and cold mezze. Sushi is also available, until 11 pm.
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Four Seasons Hotel Doha The Library Bar & Cigar Lounge Gokulam Park Doha Regal Lounge Grand Hyatt Doha Dunes Cocktail Lounge Grand Regal Hotel Fabric Lounge Hilton Doha Society Lounge Zawaya Horizon Manor Hotel Fahrenheit Krossroads InterContinental Doha Lava InterContinental Doha The City Hive Lounge Kempinski Residences & Suites The Lounge Z Lounge La Cigale Hotel Madison Piano Bar Sky View Shisha Garden Marriott Marquis City Center Hotel Doha Aqua Lounge Champions Glo Marsa Malaz Kempinski Bohemia Meliá Doha Noir Mercure Le Club Shangri-La Hotel, Doha The Den The Ritz-Carlton Habanos Bar Level 23 The St. Regis, Doha Vintage The Rooftop W Hotel & Residence Wahm
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When the clock strikes 5, it’s Happy Hour somewhere in the world and Qatar is no exception! After a hard day’s work, there’s nothing like unwinding with friends and colleagues at your favourite watering hole. Whether it’s glitz and glam, rock the house DJ’s or a more subdued Jazz ambience you’re after – discover it in Doha. Take it easy and enjoy live performances, ladies nights, Dj’s or al fresco on the beach, there is a wealth of night spots all around the city. Your Happy Hour journey starts here, join in the revelry and try out some of these popular venues.
CROWNE PLAZA DOHA – THE BUSINESS PARK
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LA CIGALE HOTEL, DOHA Sky View
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FOUR SEASONS HOTEL DOHA Nobu
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COCKTAILS AND MOCKTAILS
When throwing a party, put some cocktail sparkle into the celebrations. You don’t have to be a mixologist to indulge in some of the old-school classics. There is an almost endless list of cocktails and mocktails to create. To help you on your way, we have put together a list of a few timeless favourites.
St. Regis Hotels have a signature Bloody Mary cocktail attached to their hotels around the world. In Doha you can try the Signature St. Regis Bloody Mary and the Spice Route Mary. Not for the faint hearted!
Bubbles on Two in the East wing at the Radisson Blu Hotel, Doha, serves up a pretty perfect Long Island Iced Tea. Typically made with sugar syrup, lemon or lime juice, chilled cola, light rum, tequilla and gin. There are loads of variations of this drink, add vodka and Cointreau for that extra kick!
The mocktail variation of Long Island Iced Tea, minus the alcohol, suggests adding two or three ounces of lemonade or ginger ale and topping off with a couple of maraschino cherries.
Spice Route Mary is made with a medley of fragrant spices and contains lemon salt, sumac powder, tomato juice, V8 juice, fresh lime, harissa paste, cumin, ginger, premium pepper vodka, celery stalk and lemon wedge for garnish, saffron oil, Worcestershire sauce, black olive powder, and ras el hanout (a North African spice). Create a Virgin Bloody Mary by excluding the pepper vodka, it’s a gorgeous savoury drink full of flavour and will heat you from the inside out. © m a r h a ba Dining Guide
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Lava at the InterContinental Doha will serve you a devilish Martini – shaken, or stirred. Elegantly presented and mixed with gin, dry vermouth, a garnish of lemon zest twist and/ or an olive or two. If you find yourself heading toward Downtown Doha, pop into the pub at the Mercure Grand Hotel Doha City and enjoy a Martini and a nibble. The mocktail version of this cocktail exists only in a bowl of olives, savoured with a sparkling lemon drink.
The Meliá Doha offers a sophisticated selection of mocktails by day or night at their poolside patio – in the evening cocktails are served in their classy club, Noir. Pay a visit to the Westin Doha Hotel & Spa, they are shaking up the cocktail culture in Doha with mixology magic!
Should you find youself poolside at either the Concorde, Al Shaqab or Wyndham Grand Regency Hotels, they serve mouth-watering mocktails from a selection of freshly concocted potions. The way to keep cool and hydrated on those very hot Doha summer days.
A Mojito is always a firm favourite amongst many, made with white rum, lemon juice, sugar, fresh mint and a choice of ginger, red berries, kumquants or passion fruit. Deliciousness to make your mouth water and your tastebuds dance.
Pink grapefruit and pomegranate with soda is a simple and fruity juice. Try a twist on this mocktail – the Al Dirwandi Special at Adagio Premium Aparthotel Doha West Bay. Add lingonberries to enhance the flavour – or a little vodka and your mocktail is now a cocktail.
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AALISHAN RESTAURANT
Ibn Seena Street, Ferexej Rawdat Al Khail, Al Muntazah
MULTI CUISINE – INDIAN, TURKISH AND CHINESE
Aalishan is a fine dining restaurant serving authentic Indian cuisine, traditional Turkish specialities and mouthwatering Chinese delicacies in a world-class ambience. Aalishan also has exclusive family cabins for your privacy.
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Tandoori, tikkas and kebabs Dum biryani Curries and dal Indian sweets
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AL MOURJAN
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Corniche, Also At Souq Waqif
Surrounded by the breathtaking beauty of the sea, Al Mourjan comes to life to bring you the best in authentic Lebanese and international cuisine. Al Mourjan is set magnificently beside the mesmerising turquoise waters of the Arabian Gulf with far-reaching views over Doha Bay.
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ASSAHA RESTAURANT LEBANESE
Al Hilal Building, Hamad Al Kabeer Street
Assaha Restaurant has its roots firmly set in history, offering a charming, civilized and ancient side of Lebanese heritage. The re-use of natural stone, recycled wood, and interesting antiques further elude to times gone by, charming and entrancing their guests. Whether you are looking for a healthy breakfast, a light lunch or a sumptuous dinner, the dishes are prepared with fresh quality ingredients and to a high standard. The family hall and various seating enclaves will suit most occasions at this unique setting.
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Burrata Vegetable platter Hummus, motabal and tabouleh Fried kibbeh, spinach pie and chilli potato
Main Course Seafood and fish – grilled or fried Oven roasted chicken Assaha mixed grill
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BURGER GOURMET AMERICAN
Lagoona Mall, West Bay
Welcome to the world of luxury burgers, steaks and monster shakes! The concept is to seduce gourmet palates, offering a wide selection of high quality patties such as Wagyu and black Angus beef with a selection of toppings. Burger Gourmet take burgers to a new level ensuring your enjoyment of their delicious creations. The modern design and neon décor contributes to the hip mood and character of the restaurant just perfectly.
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BURGERI AMERICAN
Aspire Park
Burgeri, situated at Aspire Park, is an ‘Americana’ vintage-themed burger and hot dog house serving freshly-prepared premium quality meat. The menu focuses primarily on burgers made from certified Angus and Wagyu Beef, chicken sandwiches, hot dogs and a variety of fries along with fresh and fruity milk shakes, juices and slices of famous New York recipe cheesecake.
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CALIFORNIA TORTILLA MEXICAN GRILL
Suhaim Bin Hamad Street
California Tortilla is the first fast-casual Mexican dining restaurant of its kind in Qatar and serves lunch and dinner in a relaxed and fun atmosphere. They serve fresh burritos, quesadillas, tacos, salads and other Mexican favourites and make their salsa and guacamole in small batches throughout the day to ensure freshness.
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CHILI’S
AMERICAN, TEX-MEX
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Fun, fresh and flavourful with its signature tiles, tabletops, posters, collectables, friendly serving staff and of course delectable cuisine, Chili’s has grown to become a popular household name in Doha.
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DOWN TOWN RESTAURANT
Regency Residence, Diplomatic Area
LEBANESE/INTERNATIONAL
Feast on luxury cuisine prepared by Lebanese and internationally trained chefs. Relax in the opulently designed dining room while enjoying the inviting ambience.
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Mashawi – barbecue Seafood platter Grilled boneless chicken wings Mussels – provençal or béchamel
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DUNIA
PERSIAN AND ORIENTAL
Villaggio, Al Waab Street
An innovative restaurant concept with a trendy fusion of Persian and Oriental cuisine. Dunia restaurant invites all those seeking a unique experience to indulge themselves in the Oriental ambience of the restaurant with its exquisite décor and exceptional range of dishes.
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FABIO’S PIZZA ITALIAN
Ottman Bin Affan, Al Aziziya
Try their famous pizzas, pastas, salads and more. With a wide selection you will be spoilt for choice. Have your food delivered to your door in no time at all or visit Fabio’s to place your order and wait for your choice to come direct from the oven.
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FAR EAST RESTAURANT THAI, CHINESE, JAPANESE, EUROPEAN
Al Markhiya
The Far East Restaurant offers a variety of Far Eastern and European cuisine. This casual, Thai-style eatery, has friendly staff, an extensive menu and is a firm favourite for diners wishing to experience the true taste of authentic Far Eastern food.
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FARGGI
SPANISH ICE CREAM AND COFFEE SHOP
Al Emadi Financial Square, C Ring Road The Gate Mall, Al Dafna (West Bay)
Farggi is a super premium ice cream and coffee shop from Barcelona, Spain and produces Halal ice cream and cakes, which are shipped directly from their factory. Guests can enjoy all day dining with an assortment of light meals or main courses available, providing an unparalleled service and ambience.
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FAUCHON PARIS
Salwa Road, Souq Najd Royal Plaza, Al Sadd
FRENCH
A savoury menu that is at once poetic, vivid, fresh and subtle...sweet delicacies full of fantasy, which glisten with elegance and sensuality... served with warmth and aplomb in a setting that has been meticulously examined and planned.
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Salmon pâté Foie gras with strawberries
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GERRY’S GRILL
Al Mirqab Street, Al Nasr Lulu Hypermarket, Barwa City
PAN ASIAN
Gerry’s Grill is an international restaurant chain offering a menu that is packed with scrumptious food, ranging from grilled seafood, Filipino and Asian favourites and tastefully prepared pica-pica. At Gerry’s Grill, they strive to provide diners with the perfect ambience – inviting and relaxing. The menu at Gerry’s Grill reflects its exotic origins of the Orient and Far East. A great destination for a night out with friends or a dinner with the family. Gerry’s Grill suits all occasion and budgets.
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Lumpiang Shanghai Chicken lollipop Cocofish finger
Main Course Beef kare-kare Beef kaldereta Crispy pla-pla Sizzling bangus sisig
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IDAM FRENCH HAUTE-CUISINE
Museum of Islamic Art
In the heart of the Museum of Islamic Art, with spectacular views of the Doha skyline, IDAM offers an innovative and flavorsome selection of contemporary French Mediterranean cuisine designed with an Arabic twist. Timeless classics of local and regional cuisine, with most ingredients sourced locally in Qatar. Philippe Starck’s unique and exquisite décor creates a sophisticated atmosphere.
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Desserts Roasted apple with cardamom and walnut Labneh ‘Fontainebleau’, mango Tangerine soufflé
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JOHNNY ROCKETS
Salwa Road, Al Emadi Centre Hyatt Plaza
AMERICAN
The spirited Johnny Rockets Doha ambience with the diner style restaurant theme, individual juke box stations on each table, chrome accents and red vinyl seats transports diners into a classic American restaurant atmosphere. A smiley face with ketchup on the paper plate when serving french fries is a favourite Johnny Rockets trademark.
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28th Floor, Tornado Tower, Majlis Al Taawon Street
CLASSICAL FRENCH
La Varenne is Qatar’s only brasserie serving authentic French cuisine in a contemporary setting. The restaurant provides diners with an exceptional standard of food in a relaxed atmosphere. Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner seven days a week and serving a French country brunch every Friday. Private dining rooms available
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LAYALI RESTAURANT
Lagoona Mall, Al Dafna (West Bay) Souq Najd, Salwa Road
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On offer is an extensive and diversified menu inspired by Lebanese cuisine and accentuated by an abundance of fresh vegetables, premium meats, freshly baked bread and a mouth-watering aroma of herbs and spices.
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Moutabal Baba ganoush Labneh with garlic Warak inab (vine leaves)
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LENÔTRE
Suhaim bin Hamad Street Villaggio, Al Waab Street
FRENCH
Idyllically located, Lenôtre has added to the traditional café scene. A luxurious and sophisticated style, creating the perfect environment for a relaxed visit, either to the Suhaim bin Hamad Street branch or in the Villaggio Mall.
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Delight sharing platter Scallops millefeuille Salad bar Beef bresaola carpaccio Beef with onions and mustard Pasta and pizza Duck foie gras poêle Chicken vol au vent Risotto
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MADO TURKISH
Ezdan Mall
MADO’s product range covers not only ice cream, but also meals ranging from breakfast to dinner. Delicious desserts on offer include the local sweet baklava, renowned cakes, kunafa and traditional Turkish rice pudding.
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Roasted tomato soup
Salads Spicy steak salad Ahirdagi salad
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MAHARAJA INTERNATIONAL
Qatar Palace Hotel, Al Asmakh Street
The Maharaja is situated on the first floor of the Qatar Palace Hotel and offers diners a superb selection of North Indian, tandoori barbecue grill, South Indian dosa, iddli, desi Chinese and continental cuisine and biryanis. A vibrantly decorated restaurant displaying intricately woven tapestries on the walls gives a relaxing ambience to the restaurant.
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MATAM AL MUFAZAL RESTAURANT SEAFOOD AND INTERNATIONAL
Multiple Locations
Matam Al Mufazal offers you a superb selection of seafood and international fare, with a choice of two venues, one at Al Mirqab Al Jadeed Street and a branch in Al Gharrafa. With a choice of either dining in or a take away meal, the Matam Al Mufazal restaurant offers you quick and efficient service.
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Lentil Mushroom Chicken
Salads Tabbouleh Fattouche Mixed salad Seafood salad
Main Courses Grilled hamour topped with garlic butter Grilled king fish with garlic butter Fish hara served with rice or fries Mixed seafood – lobster, shrimp and hamour Sirloin steak topped with garlic butter and mushrooms accompanied by rice or fries Fish curry served with rice and salad
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MOTI MAHAL RESTAURANT INDIAN
Ezdan Mall
Moti Mahal is an iconic name in modern Indian culinary history, famous since 1920. Its matchless signature recipes and smoky frontier flavours are synonymous with authentic North Indian cuisine.
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FLAME-GRILLED PERI-PERI CHICKEN
Multiple Locations
The makers of the best flame-grilled peri-peri chicken in the world. The Nando’s secret lies in their butterfly-cut chicken, marinated for 24 hours and flame-grilled to perfection in your choice of lemon and herb, mild, or for those who dare… hot or extra hot peri-peri.
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Chicken livers and Portuguese roll Petisco platter (chicken wings, mini chicken thighs, dips, and bread)
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CHINESE, JAPANESE, ITALIAN AND FRENCH
Souq Najd, Salwa Road
This dining experience is not only designed to titillate and seduce palates, but also eyes, ears and mind. The idea is to strike a perfect balance between East and West in an attempt to capture the best of the mystique of the Orient, spicing up its simplicity with European culinary rigorousness and innovation.
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Starters Seared tuna served with a pinch of wasabi and soy lime sauce Aubergine Riviera style
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NOBLES RESTAURANT SYRIAN/LEBANESE
Althuraya Souq, Salwa Road
From the moment you enter, the décor will take you deep into the heritage of the Levant. No expense has been spared to ensure that the interior is authentic, rich and real. Nobles have an exceptional team specialising in catering; amazing quality and taste at an affordable price. Their catering includes free supply of furniture (tables, chairs, table covers and equipment).
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Hummus Stuffed vine leaves Fried chicken livers
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OPÉRA CAFÉ INTERNATIONAL
Multiple Locations
Opéra Café is one of the leading catering companies in Qatar with coffee and pastry shops in The Mall and Landmark Mall. Opéra Café offers an extensive selection of cuisine, whether you wish to enjoy a three-course meal or just a snack accompanied by hot or cold drinks.
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Deserts Chocolate, mango or strawberry cheesecake Tiramisu Chocolate pistachio cake Volcano – Hot chocolate cake A selection of delicious flavours of ice cream
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ROGER’S DINER AMERICAN
Suhaim Bin Hamad Street
Fly into the retro world of Roger’s Diner and experience the thrill and glory date of 1927 aviation. Take off with a sizzling menu of American diner starting off with appetisers moving on to delicious hearty meals ranging from burgers and fajitas to steaks! Roger, the diner’s heroic aviator mascot, pilots the nostalgic theme and invites you to savour this blast of great flavours and fun times!
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Shrimps and pineapple quesadillas
Soup Potato and smoked beef Lentil soup
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ROMANO’S MACARONI GRILL ITALIAN
Villaggio
Romano’s Macaroni Grill exudes the rustic allure of Italy combined with the warmth and romance of the Mediterranean. Quality Italian ingredients, tabletop murals, fresh olive oil and a relaxed, convivial atmosphere leaves guests craving for more.
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ROYAL INDIAN RESTAURANT
The Mall, D Ring Road
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Royal Indian is a great place to dine and enjoy authentic Indian cuisine. The ‘Jhinga Shan-ENisha’ is marinated in yoghurt and spices and flavoured with cardamom (cooked tandoor style). Hammour and prawn curries cooked in Indian masalas are wonderful, and dishes such as ‘Adraki kebab’ are as tasty as they are novel. From biriyanis and kebabs to traditional Indian desserts, Royal Indian offers a feast for the senses that will delight and astound Indian food lovers in equal measure.
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Samosa chat Spicy naga wings Karwari jhinga
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ROYAL TANDOOR CONTEMPORARY INDIAN
Multiple Locations
Royal Tandoor painstakingly recreates Mughlai recipes, infusing them with rustic charcoal oven flavours of the northwest frontier, where every bite of their aromatic biryanis, succulent kebabs, taste-tingling curries and breads fresh out of the tandoor oven, transport you to an era of royalty amid a dining environment which reflects the culture at every turn!
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Jumbo prawns marinated in mils spices and deep fried crispy butterfly style and served with homemade tangy sauce. samundari tikki, hara bhara kebabs
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SABAH W MASA LEBANESE
Salwa Road
Sabah W Masa is a popular restaurant for late night diners as well as offering an extensive menu covering breakfast, lunch and dinner. Freshly cooked, straight from the oven – who could ask for anything more!
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Hummus Bayrouti served with parsley and garlic Foul m’dammes – fava beans with lemon and olive oil
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SHAKESPEARE AND CO RESTAURANT CAFE/INTERNATIONAL
Multiple Locations
Shakespeare and Co Restaurant presents an all day dining experience in a cosy, chic ambience reminiscent of Victorian elegance, where clients can enjoy drinks and a unique menu using ingredients of the highest quality with excellent service. The menu has a selection of over 85 dishes and the eclectic variety includes French, Italian, Mediterranean and Asian.
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Piri piri prawns Spring rolls
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SHANGHAI GARDEN RESTAURANT
Level 3 City Center-Doha Al Khor Mall
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The Shanghai Garden Chinese restaurants with traditional décor feature a daily buffet with a fantastic selection of dishes at both lunchtime and dinner, as well as an à la carte menu all day. The signature dish of Shanghai is the hot pot, with choice of meat, chicken or seafood – add the soup and you actually do the cooking!
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SHATER ABBAS RESTAURANTS PERSIAN, MIDDLE EASTERN, BARBEQUE
Multiple Locations
This famous restaurant is a family chain with outlets at a variety of locations in Doha and in Al Khor’s Lulu Mall. Shater Abbas specialises in Persian and Middle Eastern cuisine, with a choice of 15 different types of barbecue.
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SHIRAZ GARDEN IRANIAN
Al Muthanna Complex, Salwa Road
Shiraz Garden takes you back in time to the grand days of the Shahs in a relaxing atmosphere. Age-old recipes highlight the traditional methods of Iranian kebab and stews complemented by scented rice and salads. All the food is homemade using the freshest and healthiest of Iranian products. Shiraz Garden has now introduced a special section for private and family dining with a live cooking station
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Salads Salad shirazy Salad fasl
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SUKH SAGAR MULTI CUISINE PURE VEGETARIAN
Multiple Locations
Walk in hungry – walk out smiling! Sukh Sagar is a vegetarian restaurant that has five decades of expertise in serving delicious yet affordable food. The menu features traditional Indian vegetarian dishes and the restaurant offers a buffet with a variety of choices.
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Achari aloo tikka – diced potatoes marinated in yoghurt and pickled masala Tandoori gobi
Snacks Sukh Sagar special pav bhaji Makai pizza Samosa chole chat
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SUSHI MINTO PAN-ASIAN AND JAPANESE
Salwa Road, Al Muthanna Complex
Sushi, noodles and teppanyaki are passionately prepared with attention to detail using carefully selected ingredients. Friday Brunch, in addition to the Sunday and Monday evening ‘Sushi Madness’, is extremely popular!
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TURKEY CENTRAL TURKISH
Al Mirqab Al Jadeed Street, Al Nasr
One of Doha’s best places for affordable quality Turkish food. The fast-moving queue in the restaurant is testament to its popularity, with the menu offering a wide choice of grills and fresh, healthy side dishes. There is ample seating including a family section.
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Main Courses Mixed grill Meat and chicken kofta Lamb chops Meat and chicken shawarma Bukhari rice
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Al Mirqab Al Jadeed Street
This is a typical Thai snack house offering traditional Thai food served by friendly staff. Choose to dine either indoors or al fresco in the small garden area which is covered in bamboo and features a fountain.
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Main Courses Chicken red curry Pad thai chicken Chicken cashew nut Fried morning glory Beef with oyster sauce Ped pha lo Mixed spicy basil leaves with eggs and rice Mixed stir fried with ginger Chicken sweet and sour Shrimp stir fried with ginger
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THE ANVIL ROOMS
28th Floor, Tornado Tower, Majlis Al Taawon Street
NEW YORK STEAKHOUSE
The Anvil Rooms provides the highest quality steak and offers breathtaking views across the Arabian Sea, combining a truly unique setting with classic steakhouse cuisine to ensure an unrivalled dining experience. Situated on the 28th floor of Tornado Tower, The Anvil Rooms is a New York steakhouse priding itself in offering the best cuts of beef, quality of the produce and the knowledge and expertise of their staff. There is a private dining room for up to 32 guests.
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VAPIANO RESTAURANT
The Gate Mall, Al Dafna (West Bay) Omar Al Mukhtar Street
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Defining the future of fresh casual dining – a refreshing niche in the restaurant industry – Vapiano is an innovative European concept serving made-to-order hand tossed pizzas, fresh house-made pasta and gourmet salads.
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THE VILLAGE – GRILL GRILL
Midmac Roundabout, Salwa Road
The ambience of the Grill is unique and bold, and very self-assured. It forms the picture-perfect setting for a family meal. The cuisine is predominantly Persian and from India’s northwest frontier, served the traditional way. The Grill has an open kitchen with charcoal grills and Tandoors on display.
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Midmac Roundabout, Salwa Road
The restaurant menu is a delectable fusion of Italian, Lebanese, Greek and Spanish cuisines. Traditional Lebanese starters, homemade Italian pizzas, seafood delicacies and a few unusual ones in addition to fresh fish display, baked or grilled to your liking. Pastas and risottos are aplenty, all heaped generously. The seafood is like a breath of fresh air with some novel recipes and are very light and succulent.
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Buffalo mozzarella Medi starter platter
Main Courses Ricotta and spinach tortellini Grilled angus back beef tenderloin fillet Braised lamb shank Surf n turf platter with fresh tomato dip
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THE FRENCH OLIVE
Barwa Towers, Al Sadd, Suhaim bin Hamad Street
ITALIAN, FRENCH
The French Olive is a gourmet destination where two of Europe’s most popular cuisines are represented under one roof. Here you can enjoy cooking and baking from scratch with only the freshest and finest ingredients, creating culinary masterpieces to delight and surprise. And it’s good for you too!
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7 am – 11 pm
Burrata Caprese Vitello tonnato Bruschetta trio
Soup/Zuppe French onion Roasted forest mushroom Lobster bisque
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TAMARIND INDIAN
Lagoona Mall, West Bay
Your hunt for a unique Indian dining experience may end here at Tamarind Indian. A premium diner establishing itself on the path of progressive and stylish Indian cuisine. Tamarind delivers a myriad of hues, tastes and aromas of sub-continental cuisine in a delightful ambience. Combining traditional cuisine with modern techniques and served with creativity. The food here represents innumerable cultures from India, served to please your palate.
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Prawn pakora Potato lollipop Chaat and sundal
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WOK N WALK
Diamond Hotel, Dar Al Qatub (next to Qatar National Library)
CHINESE
Wok n Walk is a Chinese restaurant specialising in spicy Szechwan cuisine, noted for serving its take aways and deliveries of Chinese food in its famous noodle boxes.
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WOK OF FAME CHINESE
Villaggio
Expert chefs create dishes freshly prepared using high quality ingredients and the careful balancing of tastes, textures, colours and aromas. The service staff strive to provide their customers with excellent service and a great dining experience every time you visit. There are live cooking stations for pastas, noodles, bread and shawarma, and the restaurant allows diners to customise ingredients with a variety of different sauces.
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Crunchy shrimps with Xo sauce Fried crispy calamari
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MORE OPTIONS... AROUND TOWN
CUISINE
*Multiple locations, respective number listed Al Balad Restaurant Mövenpick Tower & Suites Al Hasbah Dana Club Al Sayyad The Diplomatic Club Biella *The Mall, City Center-Doha, Landmark Buffalo’s Restaurant & Cafe Ezdan Mall Casper & Gambini Landmark Deccan Deewan Restaurant Midmac Flyover Deli Salwa Road Eatopia The Gate Emirgan Suites Al Emadi Financial Square Garvey’s European Family Club Off Salwa Road Gigi Rosticceria Al Sadd Sports Club IHOP Gulf Mall Istanbul Sultan Dining Restaurant jones the grocer *The Gate, The Pearl-Qatar Korean Garden Restaurant Al Sadd Le Grill The Diplomatic Club Lebanese Shawarma Old Airport area Lina’s Paris Ezdan Mall Lo Spaghetto Al Sadd Mashawi Salwa Road MBCo *The Gate, Al Emadi Financial Square Medi Salwa Road MRA Bakery Sweets & Restaurant Al Ghanim Oishi Sushi Royal Plaza Mall Orient Pearl Restaurant Al Corniche Outback Steakhouse Lagoona Mall P.F. Chang’s Villaggio Paper Moon Doha Jaidah Square PAUL *Landmark, Villaggio, Lagoona Mall, Ezdan Mall Red Lobster Fereej Bin Mahmoud Street Ric’s Kountry Kitchen Umm Ghuwailina Royal Bafilyon Salwa Road Spicy Pickle The Gate Mall Spikes Lounge Doha Golf Club The Butcher Shop & Grill Villaggio the noodle house *City Center-Doha, The Pearl-Qatar Wafi Gourmet Landmark Wagamama *Lagoona Mall, Ezdan Mall Yee Hwa Al Kinana Street Zaffran Dining Experience Al Emadi Financial Square Zaoq *Salwa Road, Ezdan Mall 200
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BUSINESS LUNCH ETIQUETTE
When people can relax and have a good time, they're more likely to open up, making it easier to strengthen a business relationship. So be yourself and have a good time! The savvy professional knows the importance of strong dining skills and it should come as no surprise that dining, unless done well, could be disastrous to your reputation. It is for this reason that second interviews are often conducted over a meal. How you conduct yourself at the table, under pressure with a mouthful of food, can either positively or negatively influence a business decision. The key is to know what to do before the uncomfortable moment presents itself. A successful business meal requires advanced skills and thoughtful planning. The following are a few basic dining etiquette tips that a young graduate or seasoned executive can't afford to overlook.
The host is responsible for the success of the meal. Everything from selecting the restaurant to paying the bill and taking care of the tip falls under the heading of a 'sophisticated host.' However, not all hosts are sophisticated and as a guest you must assume nothing. Make sure to carry money and a credit card in your wallet in the event there is confusion with the bill and the server hands it directly to you (a rare occurrence but it has happened). The host should immediately take control but in the event he or she delays, put your credit card in the leather bill holder without hesitation.
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If this is a job interview, think carefully before accepting a job from someone who is not prepared to pay for the interview meal. A well-bred executive knows how to make their guest comfortable. He or she knows the importance of offering menu suggestions; giving the guest subtle parameters. As a guest, ordering too little sends the message that you are nervous or unsure. Ordering the best on the menu sends the message that you are ravenous or taking advantage of the free meal. A good rule of thumb is to follow the lead of the host. Drink from your own water glass and stay away from your client’s bread plate. A sure way to negate your own professionalism is by making the mistake of drinking from your client’s water glass or eating from their bread plate. Your drink will always be placed on the right side, above your knife and soup spoon, and your bread plate will always be placed on the left side, above your fork or forks. A tip for remembering: bring the tip of your index finger to the tip of your thumb as the other
three fingers are straight. The right hand will make the shape of a ‘d’ -- a reminder that the drink is on the right-hand side -- and the left hand will make the shape of a ‘b’ for bread. Your salad and entrée plate will be placed in the centre of the utensils, below the bread plate and water glass.
Salt and pepper are married. When someone asks for salt, pass both the salt and pepper. This small gesture indicates you are familiar with the rules of the table, as well as extending a courtesy to fellow guests. Try a little of everything on your plate unless you have a food allergy. You will present yourself as unsophisticated (and juvenile) if you eat only your steak and potatoes, turning your nose up at your peas and carrots.
If an accident at the table occurs, handle it and move on. Ask for assistance from your server and don’t give the situation more attention than it deserves.
A dropped utensil stays on the floor. Kick it out of the way so other restaurant guests will not trip or slip. It’s not necessary to dive under the table to retrieve it. Signal your server for another fork and encourage your guest to continue eating. Use the business meal as an opportunity to build a relationship. People do business with people they trust. Employers hire those they feel will represent their company in the best possible light. A lunch meeting is a great opportunity to showcase your professional knowledge, strong communication skills, and attention to detail. Taking the time and making the effort to hone your dining skills is an investment in your business success. Finally to reiterate, be yourself! There is a reason you›re not in the office. You can accomplish quite a lot with business lunches, but you shouldn’t lose sight of why they work so well: when people can relax and have a good time, they’re more likely to open up, making it easier to strengthen a business relationship.
When leaving the table during the meal, place your napkin on your chair and push the chair back under the table. It is not important to announce where you are going, or what you will be doing when you get there. A cough or a sneeze should be directed into your left shoulder, shielded by your left hand, keeping your right hand germ free. Avoid using your napkin as a tissue. © m a r h a ba
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Visit us in Dar al Salam Mall or Ezdan Mall for freshly baked cupcakes, cakes, cheesecakes, pies, icebox desserts, muffins, banana pudding and much more!
OPEN DAILY FROM 8:00 A.M. - 11:00 P.M. DAR AL SALAM MALL +974 4450 9407 EZDAN MALL +974 4492 2046
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AL DHEYAFA LOBBY LOUNGE LOUNGE AND CAFÉ
Concorde Hotel Doha
Al Dheyafa invites you to tantalising bites, fresh beverages and innovative desserts in the comfortable setting of the hotel lobby. Friendly staff are on hand to look after your every need.
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Sandwiches Philly steak baguette with Dijon mayonnaise Scandinavian sandwich on muesli bread The Club served with coleslaw and pickles Desserts Selection of seasonal fruits Chocolate passion Warm sticky pudding English-style apple pie Fruit Cocktails and Smoothies Kiwi cooler Strawberry banana Healthy apple smoothie
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AL MANDARIN JUICES, TEA, SANDWICHES AND DESSERTS
Multiple Locations
Al Mandarin is a very popular juice bar offering an excellent range of juices. Choose either fresh fruit or fruit cocktails, using only the best quality fruit and vegetables. Select the healthy option or be daring and go for a triple-decker, topping off with lashings of ice cream! Al Mandarin have eight branches within Doha, plus branches in Souq Waqif, and as far off as Al Rayyan and Al Wakra.
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ASPIRE GRAND CAFÉ LOUNGE AND CAFÉ
Aspire Park
The Aspire Grand Café is a casual, sporty and healthy café located at the very heart of Aspire Park. It’s a perfect place to escape from the bustle of the city centre and the à la carte menu offers specially selected items to suit all guests. The menu is essentially split into two sections – healthy and nutritious for athletes in training and kids favourites. The à la carte menu offers eat in or ‘grab and go’ items from the chiller, including healthy salads, sandwiches, fresh fruit and vegetables, fresh juices and ready to heat cream soup by the cup.
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Pies and puffs Tandoori chicken pie Beef sausage and turkey bacon puff Kids menu Fish fingers and chips Chicken nuggets and chips Hot dogs French fries
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BREAD AND BAGELS
Diplomatic Street, City Center-Doha
CAFÉ
Bread and Bagels is cherished for its freshly baked bagels and pastries. The menu consists of breakfast and lunch bagels sandwiches, fresh salads, gourmet pizzas, in-house baked desserts, coffees and freezer drinks. Afternoon high tea is offered on weekdays, while an All Day Value Brunch is offered on weekends.
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Breakfast Breakfast bagel (eggs, bacon and cheese) Labneh on sun dried tomato bagel
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Lunch Sandwiches Salmon and cream cheese bagel Portobello burger bagel (vegetarian)
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Salads Quinoa cranberries salad Chicken caesar salad Gourmet pizzas All American pizza Hawaiian pizza
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CAFÉ BATTEEL CAFÉ AND BAKERY
Salwa Road
Café Batteel is a household name in Qatar and a fascinating fusion of traditional and modern décor creates the perfect setting for a relaxed dinner. Gypsum carvings, mangrove poles and palm matted ceilings combined with wonderful carved screen and simple wood framed pictures to generate an ambience which reflects the style and artefacts with a touch of history.
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Cakes Baked cheesecake Balthazar cake Black forest cake Cherry cheesecake Chocolate fudge cake Fresh fruit cake Honey cake Marble cake
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CAPRICCI ICE CREAM PARLOUR
Al Furousiya Street
Capricci was founded in 2012 taking up the challenge to introduce a natural, genuine and 100% natural gelato. The company do not use any kind of concentrate, pre-packed powder, mix or syrup. With a wide selection of flavours, there is sure to be one that will become your favourite.
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CARAMEL LOBBY LOUNGE BISTRO
CITY CENTRE ROTANA DOHA
Take a break and savour the moment at Caramel Lobby Lounge. The comfortable lounge offers a variety of coffees and teas and innovative cocktails, accompanied by piano music to provide, a relaxing atmoshere.
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Eggs Smoked salmon eggs benedict Create your omelette Salads Poached fillet of salmon Caprese Warm beef tagliata salad Sandwiches Prime beef panini Tramezzini assorted finger sandwiches Fettuccine pasta Ice Cream Poire belle Hélène Rocky road
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COFFEE BEAN & TEA LEAF COFFEE SHOP
Multiple Locations
Since 1963, Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf have searched the earth for only the finest and rarest loose-leaf teas and premium coffees. Today, they proudly offer over 22 varieties of coffee and 20 kinds of tea. Why not enjoy one of their premium coffees or teas over a delicious cake or freshly made sandwich.
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Breakfast Salmon scramble on focaccia bread Muesli parfait
City Center-Doha Al Mana Towers Souq Waqif Qatar Foundation
Salads and Sandwiches Chinese chicken Salmon avocado Chef’s tuna sandwich Chipotle chicken sandwich Pasta Chicken mushroom fusilli Spicy tuna
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COFFEE TIME CANADIAN COFFEE SHOP
Multiple Locations
Serving the best coffee blends, the unique café concept and professionally-trained baristas make Coffee Time the perfect place to just hang out or do business over a cup of coffee. Also available are freshly-baked cakes and muffins, and a wide variety of sandwiches including bagel sandwiches, the house speciality.
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FLOR GELATO ITALIANO ICE CREAM PARLOUR
Doha Downtown Hotel
Flor Gelato is a new quality boutique gelato chain. Customers have a choice of over 30 natural gelati, including 15 milk-free, fruity flavours, based on the Italian tradition of artisan excellence. Flor Gelato stands out in the market because the gelato is made with quality natural ingredients. Gelato should not be a guilty pleasure, so try the healthier choices at Flor Gelato including gluten free gelato and cones.
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FOUJ CAFÉ CAFÉ, CONTINENTAL
Grand Hamad Street
Trained by a 3-Michelin Star chef, their Chef Mohammed prepares international dishes with some Qatari touches, maintaining the original authenticity of the food.
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Burgers Auzi burger King burger Main Courses Baby chicken stuffed with rice Rib eye steak Grilled salmon fillet Pastas Tagliatelle Spaghetti bolognaise Desserts Chocolate mousse cake Fouj naked layered cake Red velvet cake Mahalabiya cheesecake
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HYDE PARK COFFEE SHOP CAFÉ
Radisson Blu Hotel, Doha
Overlooking the picturesque gardens, Hyde Park Coffee Shop is open daily for breakfast, lunch, dinner and snacks. Hyde Park offers an à la carte menu as well as international buffet.
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INCH CAFFE BEVERAGES, SANDWICHES, SALADS AND SNACKS
City Center-Doha
The Inch Caffe has been designed with fun and comfort in mind. Offering freshly-made breakfasts, sandwiches, salads and snacks, this cafe is a relaxing haven from the hustle and bustle of life. The name ‘Inch’ is used to measure the length of relaxation, pleasure, satisfaction and, of course, the items on offer!
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Inch specials Juice, smoothies and chilled tea infusions Coffees and teas Fresh cakes and pastries Inch Fondue
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JAVA U CAFÉ
Doha Downtown Hotel
Like the city of Montreal that inspired it, the java u brand uniquely blends the best of North American energy and convenience with the eternal elements of European style. Centrally located in Kinana Street, in the heart of Doha, java u represents cafe culture at its best. Java U – the coffee cafe for those who really like their coffee, fine cuisine and good times.
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LOBBY LOUNGE CAFÉ
Shangri-La Hotel, Doha
Begin the day with a lovely breakfast, or while away an afternoon with a selection of fine teas, coffee and cold beverages, as well as a choice of delicious cakes and pastries. The serenity is enhanced by the soothing music of the pianist who fills the air with melodies beginning in the afternoon and ending in the early evening.
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MAGNOLIA BAKERY BAKERY
Dar Al Salam Mall
Magnolia is cherished for its classic American baked goods, vintage décor and warm, inviting atmosphere. Magnolia serves over 100 fresh, homemade items, including fresh-from-the-oven pies and delectable cakes, cheesecakes and brownies. There is also a delectable savoury menu. Cupcake flavours are changed regularly, so there will always be a new one to try!
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Pasta Penne arabiatta Spaghetti verdure – mixed vegetables in a chicken broth, fresh parsley and parmesan Bakery Red velvet cupcakes Vanilla bean cheesecake Peanut butter icebox pie Cookies and brownies Apple crumb pie Flourless chocolate
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SARAB LOUNGE AFTERNOON TEA
The St. Regis Doha
Sarab Lounge – the Ultimate Afternoon Tea experience in Qatar! The Afternoon Tea at The St. Regis Doha is celebrated every day at the Sarab Lounge and offers a selection of delicious pastries and sandwiches, freshly baked cookies and scrumptious cakes paired with a collection of more than 100 exclusive teas from around the world curated by TWG.
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SAVOR CAFÉ
Crowne Plaza Doha – The Business Park
The multipurpose outlet provides for the traditional lighter meal options, plus pastries and bakery for those looking to simply soak up the atmosphere of the hotel lobby, conduct an impromptu meeting or socialise with friends. In the evenings, Savor transforms into a sophisticated lounge with a range of beverages and cheese selections available.
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SUGAR & SPICE CAFÉ
Lagoona Mall
Sugar & Spice serves freshly baked desserts daily – no prepackaged desserts here! The menu consists of widely popular desserts from all around the world with a special Sugar & Spice touch to ensure that every customer can discover their favourite. Some desserts are the original recipes, while others have a trendy twist, adding a whole new concept to the dessert.
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TORCH TEA GARDEN INTERNATIONAL
The Torch Doha
One of the trendiest tea lounges in Doha, located on the 21st floor overlooking the pool and Aspire Park. The lounge serves afternoon tea, an exclusive selection of tea including Japanese and Chinese Tea Ceremony, Oolong tea, white tea, tea mocktails, cheese fondue, salads, sandwiches and crêpes, homemade snacks and miniature sweets.
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Opening Times: Sun – Wed Thu – Sat Afternoon Tea daily
3 pm – 11 pm 3 pm – midnight 3:30 pm – 6 pm
Light and Simple Tea Garden salad Sandwiches Chicken Parisienne Italian panini Angus steak panini Signature Burgers Mama mia Crispy chicken The boss Sweet Ending Strawberry Charlotte Tiramisu Trio of waffle Ice creams and sundaes
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MORE OPTIONS... CAFES/LOBBY LOUNGES
CUISINE
*Multiple locations, respective number listed Al Jalsa Café Sharq Village & Spa
Coffee, tea, pastries
Al Kut Café Wyndham Grand Regency Hotel
Light meals, desserts, tea, coffee
Almas The Torch-Doha
Sandwiches, pastries, coffee, tea
Arabica Café Four Seasons Hotel Doha
Coffee, desserts
Argo Tea Café *Landmark Mall, Gulf Mall
Tea, coffee, sandwiches, pastries
Atrium Café Millenium Hotel
Light meals and refreshments
Biscotti Grand Hyatt Doha
Coffee, cakes, pies, sandwiches
Café Ceramique *The Mall, The Gate
Snacks, coffee and tea
Café Murano Marsa Malaz Kempiniski
European gourmet café
Columbus Café *Landmark Mall, Royal Plaza
Snacks, coffee and tea
Espression Lavazza The Gate
Snacks, coffee and tea
Gourmet House Kempinski Residence & Suites
Light snacks, refreshments
Gran Caffe Londra Villaggio
Italian snacks
Kufic The Torch-Doha
Snacks, coffee, tea
Lobby Lounge InterContinental Doha The City
Light snacks, afternoon tea
LUXE The Westin Doha Hotel & Spa
Lobby lounge café, organic
MIA Café Museum of Islamic Art
Coffee, snacks, sandwiches
Monte’s Tornado Tower
Coffee, snacks, sandwiches
Orangery Café Trottoir La Cigale Hotel
International
Palm Garden Radisson Blu Hotel, Doha
Coffee, tea, snacks
Seasons Tea Lounge Four Seasons Hotel Doha
Traditional English tea, snacks
Sky Lounge Lobby Bistro Oryx Rotana Hotel
Light meals, refreshments
The Chocolate Box Radisson Blu Hotel, Doha
Coffee and chocolate, cakes
The Lobby Lounge The Ritz-Carlton, Doha
Afternoon tea, desserts
Tim Hortons *Multiple locations
Muffins, bagels, beverages
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ROOM FOR DESSERT The word dessert comes from the French word desservir, which means to clear the table. Desserts are usually a sweet course served after the end of a meal – whether as a quick snack or to finish out a grand dinner. Over the years, desserts have changed from natural candies and nuts to complex multi-layered cakes, and can also include cookies, pastries, ice cream, pies, pudding and sweets. Moderation is key, but every once in a while grant yourself permission to indulge after a meal, or just because. When in Doha you will find a seemingly endless array of dessert options from across the world, from India’s gulab jamuns, to English mince pies, delicious French macarons or the quintessential American apple pie – and of course, here you’ll get to indulge in a wide selection of scrumptious and authentic Middle Eastern sweets to please any palate.
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HEALTHY BITES, ITALIAN
The Sheraton Resort and Convention Hotel
Boasting trendy design, this venue gives you the option of a guilt-free indulgence. Recharge after work out at the gym and allow Allegria to help you eat healthily. Options include a variety of fresh juices, shakes, hydrating drinks and an array of freshly prepared salads and sandwiches.
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Main Course Tuna tataki Grilled salmon fillet Watercress omellete Panini Desserts Warm blueberry compote Fresh cottage cheese with honey and roasted nuts Kiwi-orange salad with lemon sorbet
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ANIMA LOUNGE CAFÉ
30 La Croisette, Porto Arabia, The Pearl-Qatar
The lounge is attached to a gallery and is a trendy place where people can gather to watch art videos, read art magazines and books, and meet artists and collectors. The international menu features a range of light and healthy options, as well as gluten free and low carb choices.
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Opening Times: Breakfast and lunch Dinner Salads, sandwiches and pastries Monday
10 am – 3 pm 7 pm – midnight 10 am – midnight Closed
Appetisers Chicken satay Thai style Vegetable spring roll Main Courses Quinoa classic salad Grilled salmon Gluten free penna arrabiata
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FROM OUR GARDEN, TO YOUR TABLE Dine in an oasis where an expansive outdoor terrace, with its lawn and pools views, is a popular place to delight. Indulge in a seasonal menu featuring locally grown ediblesproduced from our partnering farms - fresh dish specialities and organic meats along with herbs grown in our very own Chef’s Garden For reservations, please call +974 4409 5041 or email chefsgarden@alshaqabhotel.com
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CHEF'S GARDEN INTERNATIONAL
Al Shaqab Hotel
Al Shaqab Hotel is situated within Education City, celebrated for its universities and inspirational architecture. The Chef's Garden is yet another remarkable and distinctive feature to add to the unique mix. This welcoming retreat offers home grown and organic produce, boasting its very own chef's garden and embracing the Farm-to-Table concept by partnering with two local farms. The expansive outdoor terrace overlooking lush lawns is a popular place to dine and enjoy a seasonal menu.
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DIET DELIGHTS NUTRITION CENTRE
Al Nuaija Street, Al Hilal
Diet Delights Clinic provides you with the opportunity to work with a dietitian in order to achieve a healthier you. There is a counseling and education service, individualised meal plans and exercise regimens to help achieve set goals. The food in The Diet Delights kitchen is prepared by a team of chefs, headed by a five-star executive chef, and supervised by a dietitian.
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RAW ME Barwa Village, Building No 15, Shop No 8
Raw ME are a local plant-based food and beverage company, offering premium cold-pressed juices, nutritional detox cleanses and corporate fruit baskets. The company handcraft and deliver high quality fresh creations made naturally from only fruits, vegetables, nuts and seeds.
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JUICING VS SMOOTHIES
If you’re looking to add liquid nutrition to your regimen, fresh juices and smoothies both offer nutritional benefits. Each, however, has distinct advantages and drawbacks. When you want to boost your intake of fresh vegetables and fruits, juicing is a good way to achieve that goal. If you need an on-the-go meal or snack that provides nutrients to keep you feeling full, smoothies are an excellent choice.
the juicing process makes the nutrients in produce more readily available because your body doesn’t have to break down the food before absorbing the nutrients. However, no scientific evidence exists to confirm whether this is healthier than eating fresh fruit. Things to consider about jucing Juicing strips most of the fibre content from vegetables and fruits. The daily recommended amount of fibre is 25 gm
The advantages of juicing The top reason to juice is to increase your intake of fresh produce. Vegetables and fruits supply the body with a wealth of vitamins and minerals that help boost immunity and fight oxidative stress in the body. Juicing also affords you an opportunity to experiment with vegetables you might not normally consume or know how to use in recipes, like kale or beets, which are bursting with nutrients such as vitamin K and B vitamins. Clinicians believe
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Smoothies are full of fibre that contributes to your daily intake, and can often be substituted for a light meal or snack.
or more, depending on gender and age. Because the produce used to make fresh juice won’t count toward your fibre intake, you’ll need to make sure you are getting enough fibre from other daily servings of vegetables and fruits. Juice is also not a meal replacement, since it is not a significant source of protein, and protein and fibre are the nutrients needed to fill you up. Finally, you will need to invest in a juicer to start juicing, which is an added expense. The advantages of smoothies You don’t need any special equipment to make smoothies, just an ordinary blender. Given the right ingredients, you can easily make a light, nutritious meal with a smoothie by combining fruits and vegetables with a
source of protein, such as soy milk, low-fat yogurt or a scoop of protein powder. As with juicing, making smoothies allows you to blend foods you might not think of combining. For example, a standard green smoothie mixes a leafy green vegetable like kale or chard with an antioxidant-rich fruit like blueberries. You’ll retain the fibre in fruits and vegetables when you make a smoothie, and you can add more beneficial fibre and heart-healthy omega-3 fatty acids by tossing in a couple of tablespoons of flaxseed or chia seeds. The fibre and protein in a smoothie add up to a satisfying meal or snack. Things to consider about smoothies If you pack your smoothie with sweet ingredients – ice cream, flavoured yogurt, sweetened almond milk, honey or too much frozen fruit – you’ll be adding significantly to your daily sugar intake, which increases the drink’s calorie count and may lead to blood sugar spikes. For the most nutritious smoothies, aim for a mix of fruit, vegetables, healthy fat and protein, which can help you lose or maintain weight by keeping you satisfied until your next meal. © m a r h a ba
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EXPLORE THE PEARL-QATAR Not only is The Pearl-Qatar a great place to dine, it also offers the opportunity for shopping – or window gazing – and the chance to take a stroll on the boardwalk around Porto Arabia, savour the Mediterrean vibe at Qanat Quartier, or simply enjoy the greenery at Viva Bahriya before working up an appetite. Relax and enjoy the view over the Gulf at one of the many casual coffee shops or reserve a table at a gourmet restaurant for a special occasion.
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AL TABKHA LEBANESE EATERY
18 La Croisette, Porto Arabia
Al Tabkha is a home-cooking style Lebanese eatery offering authentic, yet casual Lebanese dishes that change on a daily basis. The live kitchen is one of the main elements of this brand, where watching the kitchen ‘choreography’ is part of the experience itself.
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BURJ AL HAMAM LEBANESE TRADITIONAL
1 La Croisette, Porto Arabia
Featuring Levantine culinary specialties including kebbeh, grilled lamb, shish tawouk and kafta, lobster, shrimp, hamour and red mullet. The pastries, such as halawat el jibn and knefeh are considered the best in Doha.
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Signature dishes Filet Burj Al Hamam Raw meat Filet ras asfour
Daily Weekend breakfast (Fri and Sat)
Noon – midnight 9 am – 11:30 am
Main Courses Selection of fresh fish, shrimps and lobster from the display Mixed grill – kofta, chicken and meat Desserts Selection of Lebanese baklava Assorted exotic fruits Assorted Lebanese sweet platter
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CARLUCCIO’S ITALIAN
18 La Croisette, Porto Arabia
Carluccio’s offers traditional and authentic Italian cuisine with dishes inspired by the various regions of Italy. The menu offers breakfasts through to light meals and lunches. In the evening enjoy an informal, friendly dining experience – perfect for a romantic candlelit dinner, an al fresco gathering with friends, or an Italian-style family get-together!
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Gluten free options are available Starters Prawn marinara Mixed antipasti board
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Salads Seafood salad Goat’s cheese and pepper salad
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Pasta Penne giardniere Beef gnocchi Main Courses Grilled king prawns Chicken milanese
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DEBS W REMMAN LEBANESE
Plaza Andalucia
Debs W Remman is a modern concept combining the nostalgia of the past with the spirit of the present. Debs W Remman serves authentic Lebanese cuisine and reflects the eateries, souqs and street food of Beirut, and it does it in style and at a price that’s affordable. Using only the freshest ingredients, carefully prepared by their professional chefs Debs W Remman offers oriental flavours and Lebanese signature dishes of the highest quality.
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Close your eyes and imagine yourself in the heart of Beirut, such are the authentic aromas and flavours at Debs W Remman. Choose from their wide selection of dishes and enjoy Lebanese cuisine at its best! The menu includes hot and cold appetisers, traditional platters plus a wide range of desserts.
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KRANE PAN ASIAN
6 La Croisette, Porto Arabia
Previously known as Tsé Yang, the restaurant prides itself on using the best available ingredients to create a classy yet trendy Chinese culinary experience. The brand is known for its exquisite cuisine and The Pearl-Qatar has transformed it further, offering a glamorous and cutting edge atmosphere, with a clientele ranging from diplomats to famous artists. The restaurant is tastefully decorated with crimson chandeliers and red décor, symbolical within the Oriental culture.
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Appetisers Crispy fried prawn in wasabi mayonnaise Appetiser platter
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Noon – midnight 1 pm – midnight
Main Courses Stir fried scallops, macadamia nut and black truffle Wok-fried salmon fillet and duck liver Wok-baked ginger and spring onion lobster Peking duck first serving Pan-seared Angus beef, enoki mushrooms Roasted lamb rack, barbeque sauce Crispy free range chicken, spring onion sauce Desserts Refreshing almond jelly, fresh fruit Banana and apple fritters
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LA CASA TWENTY EIGHT MEDITERRANEAN
Plaza Al Hambra
Clay and wood fired ovens makes La Casa twenty eight a unique restaurant that take you on a trip around the Mediterranean. Their chef will conjure up a truly special dining experience in the open kitchens. Many of the dishes are presented as sharing plates, reflecting the culture of the Mediterranean region.
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Soups Mushroom Minestrone
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Salads La Casa Smoked salmon timbale
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Pizza Ortoiana Proscuitto di tacchino Main Courses Roasted chicken Lamb cutlet
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LE RELAIS DE L’ENTRECÔTE STEAKHOUSE
1 La Croisette, Porto Arabia
Le Relais de L’Entrecôte offers diners a unique formula straight from France: their green salad with walnuts dressed in its delicious mustard vinaigrette, followed by steak/frites served with a secret recipe sauce, from Paris with love! With a single savoury dish where the steak is cooked to your liking, and an array of signature desserts, this is a unique dining experience not to be missed.
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Specialty Steak/frites in a secret recipe sauce, and a fresh green salad with walnuts dressed in mustard vinaigrette!
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Dessert The dame blanche The raspberries delight Berries with sugar and cream Lemon, strawberry or raspberry pie The tulip strawberry melba The sevigné The summer vacherin
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LONGHORN STEAKHOUSE STEAKHOUSE
18 La Croisette, Porto Arabia
Born of fire, tested by ice, confirmed by legions of loyal guests each day, LongHorn Steakhouse® has grown to become the undisputed home for great steak done right. One visit and you’ll experience their grill master’s Legendary Steaks like our center-cut Flo’s Filet or Prime Rib. Try bold flavours from our Peak Season and Chef’s Showcase menu, or signature main courses like Parmesan Crusted Chicken or LongHorn Salmon.
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Salads and Soups French onion soup 7-pepper sirloin salad Longhorn Steaks Sirloin Flo’s Filet Strip steak Fire-grilled t-bone Longhorn porterhouse Outlaw ribeye Seafood Redrock grilled shrimp Grilled rainbow trout Desserts Chocolate stampede Mountaintop cheesecake Longhorn desert sampler
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MEGU MODERN JAPANESE
6 La Croisette, Porto Arabia
Megu is considered ‘one of the best Japanese restaurants in the world’. It uses the most traditional Japanese cooking techniques and ingredients, featuring signature dishes such as the original crispy asparagus, yellowtail carpaccio, salmon tartare, and Wagyu kobe Chateaubriand.
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Omakase Seven course prix fixe (chef tasting)
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Megu Signature Premium tuna tartare with wasabi soy Wagyu beef croquettes Crispy ‘Kanzuri’ shrimps, spicy cream sauce
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MOKARABIA CAFÉ
Marbella Street
Established in Milan in 1950 and with the express aim of creating high-quality coffee blends, Mokarabia is the original and best coffee bar. Today, Mokarabia is one of Qatar’s favorite destinations for the serious coffee connoisseur, offering coffee of the highest quality in fabulous surroundings and at a price that’s affordable!
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Sandwiches Capresse Labneh Salmon Dessert Saint Honoré Red velvet Fruit tartelette Oreo cheesecake
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ROYAL TANDOOR CONTEMPORARY INDIAN
22 La Croisette, Porto Arabia
Royal Tandoor at The Pearl-Qatar reflects sheer opulence with gothic gold pillars, arches and domes. The external dining terrace faces into the bay and offers an excellent view coupled with the very best of Indian cuisine.
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Appetisers Royal butterfly jhinga Mutton samosas Royal tandoori wings
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SECOND CUP BLENDED BEVERAGES AND FRESHLY BREWED COFFEE
1 La Croisette, Porto Arabia
The café offers a wide variety of brews, flavours and even decaffeinated coffee, European drinks and chillers, with a wide variety of desserts. Stop by for some quality time.
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Al Mayass Restaurant 30 La Croisette
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Big Bear Choppers Andalucia Way
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Black Rock Grill Plaza Andalucia
Steakhouse
Cafe Havana 1 La Croisette
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Elevation Burger 4 La Croisette
American, fast food
Emporio Armani Caffe 7 La Croisette
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Fatburger Madina Centrale
American, fast food
Harry Ramsden’s Medina Centrale
British fish and chips
Junko 14 La Croisette
Japanese
Lemon Grass 31 La Croisette
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Prince of Persia 6 La Croisette
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Sammach 13 Andalucia Way
Seafood, Middle Eastern
Si El Sayed 12 La Croisette
Egyptian
Shakespeare & Co 12 La Croisette
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Sormani 1 La Croisette
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TGI Fridays Plaza Andalucia
American, Tex-Mex
The Atelier Art Cafe 1 La Croisette
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the noodle house 10 La Croisette
Southeast Asian
Which Wich Building 4, Medina Centrale
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Ziryab Medina Centrale
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KATARA: A CULTURAL GEM Katara is Qatar’s hotspot for all manner of local and international cultural events, from opera, concerts and film, to dhow festivals and craft fairs. The architecture is quite distinctive, with an amphitheatre and numerous clubs and societies in the buildings set among the alleyways. The cuisines offered in the cafés and restaurants are equally as diverse, with a fish market, traditional snacks, cupcakes and much more.
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CHAC’LATE CHOCOLATIER
Building Number 15
Aspire Katara Hospitality has brought to Qatar the finest examples of the king of all sweets, by embracing the European charisma and adding a local touch. The mouth-melting menu brings together first class brands of chocolate from the UK, Italy and Switzerland, as well as authentic homemade Arabic flavours such as karak and tahini. Chac’Late provides selected varieties of imported goodies, gift boxes and hampers of both, imported and locally-produced treats ideal for enjoying on the premises (or outdoors in the winter, if you prefer) as a take-away gift for special occasions and loved ones.
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CHAPATI & KARAK KARAK TEA AND CHAPATI
Building Number 23
Hundreds of cars stop daily in front of the store in Katara to take a sip of its special karak chai and taste the crispy chapati. Traffic moves at a snail’s pace on the designated side of the road, while young waiters stand on the roadside from early morning till late at night delivering chapati and karak chai to customers in their cars. For the convenience of families only, there is a designated paved outdoor seating area.
CHAI AND CHAPATI Karak chai is a firm favourite of locals and expats alike. It was first introduced to the Gulf through the Indian SubContinent. Made from the finest Indian dark tea, together with herbs, warm spices, mellowed with full cream milk and slow cooked to ensure the infusion is of the highest quality. Chapati was also introduced through the Indian Sub-Continent. Chapati is a flat unleavened bread from a firm but pliable dough mixture of flour, water, salt and oil. Small portions are rolled out into discs, thrown on to a preheated dry skillet (tava), quickly cooked on both sides and served immediately while still hot.
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KHAN FAROUK TARAB CAFÉ TRADITIONAL EGYPTIAN
Building Number 7
Khan Farouk Tarab Café is an example of a traditional Egyptian restaurant and café. The indoor area evokes the opulent age of Egyptian films through its sumptuous décor imported from Egypt, while the outdoor area brings to mind the vibrant street life of old Cairo.
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L’WZAAR SEAFOOD MARKET FRESH SEAFOOD
Building Number 27
L’wzaar is a venue where freshness is king, both in terms of produce, and the speed with which it is cooked and brought to the table. L’wzaar is also about variety, where seafood is served in a number of different styles: classic Mediterranean, Japanese – in the form of a sushi bar – Middle Eastern, far Eastern and Indian. With over 50 varieties of seafood, the menu’s emphasis is on freshness, quality and variety. You will find all three in the L’wzaar seafood market.
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LA GELATERIA FINA ICE CREAM PARLOUR
Building Number 36 A1
A delightful ice cream parlour offering original Italian ice creams. La Gelateria also offers freshly made delicious crêpes with your choice of topping and served with waffles from Belgium. With a large selection of ice creams, crêpes and toppings there is sure to be a flavour to suit your tastebuds.
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le VESUVIO ITALIAN
Building Number 20
Named after the famous volcano in Naples, le Vesuvio offers a full menu of exquisite Italian cuisine. The premium quality food includes piping-hot pizzas from an authentic wood-fired oven. All of le Vesuvio’s cuisine basics are freshly prepared using authentic Italian ingredients to provide a true taste of Italy. Its unique location overlooking the beach, and adjacent to the Katara amphitheater is an enviable location from which to enjoy this rustic Mediterranean fare.
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MAMIG RESTAURANT ARMENIAN AND LEBANESE
Building Number 2
A combination of traditional Armenian and Lebanese cuisine which will tantalise your palette. The interior décor takes you back to the tradition of both Armenian and Lebanese culture.
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RED VELVET CUPCAKERY CUPCAKES
Building Number 24
From the finest French chocolate and best European butter to aromatic vanilla from the islands of Madagascar, red velvet cupcakes seduce you from the first bite to the very last crumb. Cupcakes are a phenomenon which began in the United States. Red Velvet’s first outlet opened in Washington DC in December 2008 and, in the five years hence, a local phenomenon has become a global one; first to several other locations in the US, and now, courtesy of AKH, to the shores of Qatar at Katara Cultural Village”
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SAFFRON LOUNGE BY VINEET Building Number 3
INDIAN
Saffron Lounge is a fine dining Indian restaurant, part of the global expansion of Michelin Star Chef Vineet Bhatia. At Saffron Lounge they embark on a culinary journey through the various regions of India, experiencing its rich culture, exotic flavours and highly diverse cuisine.
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SHAWARMA ALBISANA KUNAFA ALBISANA After the Falcon Building
MIDDLE EASTERN
Kunafa is the famous Arab dessert, which originated in Palestine. In this casual-dining (or park-and-go) restaurant, you will firstly need to tuck into a tasty shawarma, a dish of succulent meat grilled to perfection on charcoal and wrapped in nutritious fresh pita bread. The warm and welcoming atmosphere at Kunafa and Shawarma Albisana makes it a relaxing environment in which to enjoy shawarma that demands to be sampled.
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SUKAR PASHA OTTOMAN LOUNGE TURKISH
Building Number 31
Sukar Pasha food is a respectful take on traditional Ottoman cuisine: exquisitely spiced meats, and seasonal vegetables, in recipes first conceived in the kitchens of the Imperial Palace in the 16th Century, expertly prepared by our team of experienced chefs. Sukar Pasha’s interiors draw on traditional Turkish influences. Beneath hand-painted ceilings, mosaics and chandeliers, there are sleek sofas, woven textiles, patterned tiles and elaborate fittings; traditional miniature pictures tell the tales of great leaders. It’s an Ottoman feast for the eyes.
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Cold Mezze Cacık – yogurt, cucumber, mint-oil, garlic Kavurmalı humus – served with sizzled diced lamb
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Traditional House & Majlis
Musheireb Boutique 15
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AL BANDAR SEAFOOD, ARABIAN
Souq Waqif
The Al Bandar restaurant is on three levels, with a spacious outdoor terrace, allowing you to sit and take in the view while partaking of the delicious cuisine. On the ground floor is a superb selection of seafood brought in fresh daily.
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Appetisers Makanek – beef sausage with fresh coriander Jawaneh – chicken wings with fresh coriander, garlic and lemon juice Pho taek – seafood soup
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AL MOURJAN
LEBANESE AND INTERNATIONAL
Souq Waqif
Al Mourjan brings you the finest Lebanese cuisine and seafood in Doha and the Arab region. Al Mourjan serves an extensive range of authentic Lebanese and International cuisine, including over 100 Lebanese appetisers, succulent selections of fresh barbeque and exquisite seafood.
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Appetisers Sawdat djaj – chicken liver Hot and cold mezze
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Main Courses A selection of barbeque/grilled meats Mixed seafood platter Kafta – minced lamb with spices Steaks A kiosk on the promenade also serves karak chai
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LADOLCEVITA ITALIAN
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LADOLCEVITA has a warm Italian atmosphere in which to enjoy the vibrant Mediterranean cuisine, with an al fresco dining area to relax and while away the hours. Its Italian patrons compliment the quality and authenticity of the food, lovingly prepared by an Italian chef – everyone is welcome in true ‘home’ fashion.
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Main Courses Chicken breast with potatoes Fish Romagnola Beef escalope with mushrooms Grilled lamb chops with vegetables
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LAYALI AL QAHIRA EGYPTIAN
Souq Waqif
Dine in style at Layali al Qahira, offering authentic Egyptian cuisine alongside other regional favourites. The warm and inviting décor features many antique artefacts throughout the restaurant, making this a unique dining experience. There is also a terrace allowing diners to relax and watch the world go by.
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THE VILLAGE INDIAN, ARABIC
Souq Waqif
Diners are not spoilt for choice, with The Village presenting a tantalising selection of Middle Eastern and Indian dishes, accompanied by mouthwatering freshly baked bread. With a cosy ambience and friendly service, the restaurant offers the perfect opportunity to taste regional dishes in a relaxing environment.
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Main Courses Extensive selection of Turkish, Persian and Indian grill items, all served with rice Freshly baked Turkish and Indian breads
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Royal Tandoor painstakingly recreates Mughlai recipes infusing them with rustic charcoal oven flavours of the northwest frontier. Enjoy aromatic biryanis and succulent kebabs fresh out of the tandoor oven – the menu has an extensive list of choices, all freshly made and brimming with flavour.
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ZAATAR W ZEIT LEBANESE
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One of the most popular restaurants in the souq, Zaatar W Zeit is renowned for its breakfast and snack menus, offering delicious breads, wraps and pizzas. Perfect for any time of the day, the true taste of Lebanon in Qatar!
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SOUQ WAQIF BOUTIQUE HOTELS Nestled in Souq Waqif is a collection of nine luxury five star boutique hotels, each delivering a unique culinary experience in all of their exotic restaurants. The furnishings and fixtures within each hotel exude Arabesque heritage, opulence and spacious luxury. This historic souq, with its vibrant maze of markets and enormous range of spices, traditional crafts, artworks and souvenirs, has secured itself as one of Doha’s favourite tourist attractions. Savour a taste of Arabia and a feast of gourmet goodies. Soak up the energy of the souq, then slip back into your oasis…cool, calm and overflowing with Qatari hospitality. A warm welcome awaits, your needs will be catered for throughout your stay in the social heart of Doha. Contact 4433 6666 or visit avanihotels.com
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EXPLORE AL WAKRA The suburb of Al Wakra is located halfway between Doha and Mesaieed. Originally an old fishing village, it has now grown and includes a state-of-the-art hospital alongside a farmer’s market, with historic architecture including a castle, mosques, and a harbour. Recently opened to the public, Souq Waqif Al Wakra has been many years in the making, and provides a new venue to walk, eat or shop. The market area stretches approximately 3 km along the coast, with a picturesque corniche – perfect for a lazy stroll before taking a break at one of the pavement cafés and restaurants. Designed along the architectural lines of Souq Waqif and Katara, many more outlets will open in the future, making this a new cultural hotspot for Qatar’s residents.
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ASIAN TRADITIONAL RESTAURANT
Shop 48–50, Building 6, Barwa Village Also Al Markhiya, Near TV Roundabout
CHINESE, THAI AND FILIPINO
Offering a relaxed atmosphere, The Asian Tradtional Restaurant is the perfect place for you and your friends to enjoy delicious food in an ambient atmosphere. Enjoy a wide range of authentic Chinese, Thai and Filipino food, followed by a sweet treat. The restaurant is also available to cater for any occasion or event, such as private parties and company gatherings.
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Al Wakra Road
A casual speciality restaurant serving some of the best biriyani and kebabs in Qatar. The food does not stop at biriyanis though – the menu offers a complete meal from tasty appetisers to traditional main courses and delicious Indian desserts.
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Main Courses Shrimp biriyani Hamour tikka biriyani Mince vegetable kebabs Butter chicken Lamb chops Desserts Gulab jamun Carrot halwa
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CHOCOLATE HOUSE CHOCOLATIER
Al Wukair Road, Al Wakra
Chocolate House is where you will find yourself indulging in the tempting array of silky textured chocolate discriminatingly crafted by their chefs. The aroma of sweets, chocolate and pastries greets you the moment you enter – along with a warm welcome from their experienced and professional staff. Chocolate House also offers a selection of teas, biscuits, Arabic pastries and appetisers.
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COPACABANA BRAZILIAN BIRIYANI AND KEBAB
Souq Waqif, Al Wakra Road, Al Wakra
Copacabana is based on the concept of Brazilian Churrascaria and features an extensive menu, grilled in authentic Rodizio style. As well as the delicious variety of prime cut meat and poultry on offer, there is a wide range of delicacies to select from on the à la carte menu. Close attention has been paid to the décor which was designed to give customers a true Brazilian experience. Entertainment in the form of Capoeira dancers and football jugglers will amuse and delight diners of all ages.
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DAKSHIN
Shop 14, Building 17, Barwa Village
SOUTH INDIAN
The authentic taste of South India awaits at the Dakshin restaurant. The focus is on presenting traditional dishes from Andhra Padesh, Karnataka, Kerala, Tamil Nadu and Telangana – a unique place to enjoy regional dishes under one roof. This is a modern and sophisticated restaurant which will suit families and friends alike.
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IDLY FACTORY VEGETARIAN INDIAN
Shop 42, Building 12, Barwa Village
An exclusive vegetarian and vegan fast food restaurant that features everything from snacks, including of course the Idly, to desserts and chaats. With excellent food and a pleasant ambience, this is a wonderful dining experience for the whole family.
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All Day Idly, dosa and vada
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Main Courses Tiffin Tandoor and grill North and south Indian curries Rice, biriyani and noodles Desserts Kesari Rasmalai Kulfi
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LIFESTYLE RESTAURANT
Shop 27, Building 16, Barwa Village
INDIAN AND CHINESE
Lifestyle Restaurant brings two popular food themes under one roof, with an extensive menu to keep the whole family happy. The Indian menu offers a wide range of curries, grills and thalis, with many South Indian specialities, while fans of Chinese food will also be amply catered for.
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ROYAL TANDOOR CONTEMPORARY INDIAN
Souq Waqif, Al Wakra
Royal Tandoor painstakingly recreates Mughlai recipes infusing them with rustic charcoal oven flavours of the northwest frontier. Enjoy aromatic biryanis and succulent kebabs fresh out of the tandoor oven – the menu has an extensive list of choices, all freshly made and brimming with flavour. Experience authentic Indian cuisine in the wonderful ambience of Souq Al Wakra.
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SHATER ABBAS RESTAURANTS
Shop 34, Building 16, Barwa Village Multiple Other Locations
PERSIAN, MIDDLE EASTERN, BARBECUE
This famous restaurant is a family chain with outlets at a variety of locations in Doha and in Al Khor’s Lulu Mall. Shater Abbas specialises in Persian and Middle Eastern cuisine, with a choice of 15 different types of barbecue.
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Opening times: Daily
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Main Courses Barbecues – meat kofta, boneless chicken, fish and prawns Meat machbous – meat in tangy sauce Curry meals Desserts Baklava Jellies and custards Fruit salad
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THE GREAT AMERICAN BAGEL
Shop 46–47, Building 16, Barwa Village
The Great American Bagel is an award-winning bagel bakery and deli concept specialising in fresh bagels made from scratch and steam-baked on the premises daily. Choose from one of the many homemade, hand-packed varieties, made-to-order deli sandwiches, soups and fresh salads – the selections will appeal to appetites of all sizes.
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TRIPLE APPLE GOURMET BAKERY
Shop 42–45, Building 16, Barwa Village
Triple Apple is a gourmet bakery and patisserie offering a wide range of tasty daily treats and celebratory needs. There is a daily selection of freshly baked items, such as sandwiches, muffins and croissants. Or why not choose something from the ‘made to order’ list? A range of delectable gateaux and chocolates await you!
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Club sandwiches Baguettes and paninis Cakes and pastries Croissants Chocolates Birthday and celebration cakes
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WALI FRIED CHICKEN ORIENTAL FAST FOOD
Shop 50–51, Building 14, Barwa Village Furusiya Street, Muaither
Wali is the first Qatari owned chain of oriental fast food restaurants using only the freshest and healthiest ingredients. The restaurants offer a variety of fried and grilled chicken meals, burgers and sandwiches, all freshly made using local ingredients. There are also fish and camel meat items, plus a breakfast menu for those on the go.
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Opening times: Barwa Village Muaither
10 am – midnight 10 am – 2 am
Sandwiches Zesty chicken fillet Flaming Royal Panini grill Meals Grilled fish with rice Kofta rice Camel shawarma or kofta Fajitas, wraps, tacos and quesadillas
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BURGERS
Who can resist the humble meat patty in a sesame seed bun every once in a while? As in all parts of the world, burgers are extremely popular in Qatar and you will find numerous outlets of the major chains alongside local restaurants. They offer everything from beef and chicken burgers to camel meat, veggie substitutes and all the usual sides: fries, onion rings, apple pie and much more. So when the craving hits you, try the sandwiches offered by the following eateries, whether it’s as a take away or something to sit in and enjoy with friends and family.
BURGER GOURMET 4493 6368 Angus, Wagyu, deer Lagoona Mall Sat – Thu 11 am – 2 am; Fri 1 pm – 2 am BURGERI Angus, Wagyu, hot dogs Aspire Park Daily 11 am – 2 am
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ELEVATION BURGER 4002 7257 100% USDA-certified organic grass-fed beef Porto Arabia 3, The Pearl-Qatar Daily noon – midnight FATBURGER 4029 9999 100% lean beef, no bun options Building 8, Madina Centrale, The Pearl-Qatar Daily 11 am – midnight FUDDRUCKERS 4483 3983 Charbroiled burgers, American fast food Khalifa Tennis Complex Sat – Thu 11 am – midnight; Fri noon – 1 am
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MCDONALD’S Delivery times: 9 am – 2 am
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Family Food Centre, Airport Road Al Meera, Al Mansoura
Well known in Doha for their pocket-friendly street food, Bombay Chowpatty brings authentic flavours to popular classics from India. Experience a slice of Mumbai in every bite, with chaats prepared in front of you by trained chaatwallas.
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All time favourites Stuffed paratha with dal Mirchi vada Bombay veg jumbo grill
Airport Road Al Mansoura
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Southern specials Dosa – malasa or onion Idli and vada with sambar and chutney Chaats Chinese Crispy sesame chicken Veg Manchurian Hakka noodles Milk flavoured desserts Masala milk Fallooda ice cream Malai kulfi stick
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CINNZEO
CINNAMON BAKERY
Multiple Locations
Take a break from a hard day’s shopping and be enticed by the tempting aroma of cinnamon rolls! What better way to relax than with a delicious roll, twist or stick, accompanied by a hot flavoured coffee or refreshing blended juice drink.
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MR TACO MEXICAN
1st Floor, Dar Al Salam Mall
Located in the food court of the Dar Al Salam Mall is a family-owned traditional Mexican food outlet offering a varied selection of authentic homemade nacho and tortilla dishes, as well as all-time favourites such as burritos, quesadillas, empanadas and more.
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Appetisers Guacamole Nachos
Daily
11 am – 11 pm
Main Courses Burritos – beef, chicken, veggie, or chorizo and egg Quesadillas – beef and chicken Empanadas – chorizo and mushrooms Tacos – chicken, beef, lamb or veggie Desserts Crème caramel Tres leches cake Churros
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MY SANDWICH SANDWICHES
WOQOD Petrol Station, Al Hilal
Introducing a modern fast food restaurant combining flavours of traditional food with American submarine sandwiches. All the options are made to order, using the freshest ingredients.
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Crêpes Spinach Mixed cheese Banana Chocolate
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SOUTHERN FRIED CHICKEN CHICKEN, BURGERS AND PIZZA
Multiple Locations
Pop along to Southern Fried Chicken for lip-licking flavourful skinless fried chicken, available in burgers, sandwiches, wraps and submarines. For those with lots of mouths to feed, SFC has bucket meals and kids deals to eat in or take away.
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Chicken fillet burger Grilled piri piri chicken burger Chicken Philadelphia submarines Nuggets and strips Fish and chips Shrimps Caesar salad
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SUBWAY
SANDWICHES AND SALADS
Multiple Locations
Subway is the original fast food restaurant offering fresh sandwiches and salads with an emphasis on healthier eating. Subway has a variety of freshly baked breads and speciality items on offer and all orders are made up for you to your specification while you wait.
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Cold sandwiches Turkey breast Roast beef Tuna
Timings vary, usually 9 am – 2 am but check with each outlet first
Hot sandwiches Meatball marinara Chicken teriyaki Steak and cheese Salads Make any sandwich a salad
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TAKE AWAY
ARABIAN FAST FOOD
Multiple Locations
Take Away is a firm favourite with everyone in Qatar, and it’s not hard to see why. The outlet offers tasty sandwiches and fatayers with a number of delicious fillings, perfect for a quick lunch or as a snack at a get-together. For a more substantial meal, try the hot plates: meat, fish and vegetable dishes, again available in single portions or in larger quantities for the whole family to enjoy.
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Appetisers Hummus Moutabal Falafel
Al Sadd Old Airport Muaither
Daily 6 am – 12:30 am Daily 6 am – midnight Daily 6 am – midnight
Grilled Sandwiches Kofta meat and chicken, shish tawouk, grilled shrimp Healthy Bite Sandwiches Chicken mortadella, roast beef, turkey, grilled chicken breast Sandwiches Shawarma, falafel, egg, halloumi, shrimp, fish fillet, labnah A selection of kofta and kebabs Fatayer Chicken, halloumi, spinach and labnah with zaatar Plates Grilled shrimp Kofta chicken Ribs
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TANDOOR EXPRESS INDIAN
Multiple Locations
Tandoor Express restaurant uses traditional Indian barbecue or tandoor methods to make authentic northwest Frontier and Mughal cuisine. Meats are basted with special sauces and spices for a zesty flavour, offering succulent and delicious dishes. Vegetarians are also well catered for, with a wide range of options.
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Specialities Tandoori murgh angar Chicken reshmi kebab Barra kebab Mughlai seekh kebab Paneer tikka Chicken jalfrezi Mutton bhuna Dal Makhani
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11 am – midnight
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THAI CORNER TRADITIONAL THAI
The Centre, Salwa Road
Thai Corner is a firm favourite for serving fast food without compromising on taste and value for money. There is limited seating allowing you to eat in if necessary, although the majority of patrons prefer to take away. Either way, expect good food at reasonable prices.
A SELECTION FROM THE MENU Appetisers Tom yam – spicy Thai soup with chicken or seafood Fish cakes Papaya salad
Opening Times: Daily
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Main courses Thai green, red and yellow curry with tofu, chicken, seafood or prawn Stir-fried meat with holy basil Stir-fried mixed vegetables with oyster sauce Phad Thai with chicken, seafood or prawn Fried rice
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ZAFFRAN CAFE INDIAN
Sheikh Ghanem Commercial Mall, Salwa Road
Serving the finest Indian snacks, sweets and chaat, Zaffran takes pride in producing authentic flavours with rustic tradition. Pop in for a quick snack or enjoy one of the flavoursome dishes on offer. Catering for both vegetarian and non-vegetarian from an extensive menu.
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Street Flavours Mumbai burger Stuffed veg paratha Bengali beet cutlets
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MORE OPTIONS... CUISINE
FAST FOODS
American Grill Al Dafna
American
Asiana Xpress Al Sadd
Indian, Chinese
Caravan Al Hilal, Salwa Road/Radisson Junction
Asian, international
ChowKing *Multiple locations
Indo-Chinese, Filipino
Doha Rocks! *Barwa Village, Airport Road
International
Golden Dragon *Multiple locations
Chinese
Hollywood Stars *Multiple locations
American
JG Sandwich Cellar Ras Bu Abboud
British meals and sandwiches
Just Falafel *Multiple locations
Arabic
Little Sailor Seafood *B Ring Road, Muaither
Seafood
Marmar Istanbul *Multiple locations
Turkish
Oriental Kitchen Najma
Malaysian
Papa John’s *Multiple locations
Pizza, pasta
Petra *Multiple locations
Middle Eastern
Safeer Express City Center-Doha
Middle Eastern snacks and drinks
Sbarro Centrepoint Mall
Italian
Shawarma Express *Multiple locations
Turkish
The Chippy Bin Omran
Fish and chips
Three Peppers Airport Road
Chinese
Yellow Cab Pizza Co. *Multiple locations
Pizza, fast food
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Chinese, Asian
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From finger foods to three course meals, our menus are wide and varied, and are designed to our customer’s needs. Each dish is freshly prepared.
Catering services
Corporate Events Festival catering Social Events Staff Catering (Hotels) Location Catering (Production Crew) Ready-to-cook frozen food specials
Our in-depth knowledge of the catering industry is born of 25 years’ experience of travelling across the globe, from the USA to the Middle East, working with reputable international companies. We are one of the few companies in Qatar who produce their meals from scratch, in our very own kitchen in Doha with ingredients bought from trusted suppliers in Qatar; making sure they are served fresh, straight from our kitchen, to our customers. We have a variety of menus to choose from, which have been designed by our team of over 55 chefs. Our chiefs can create a variety of bespoke menus that will cater to all your guests needs. They specialize in various cuisine including; Western, Asian, Arabic, Indian, Fusion foods and more. We provide a wide range of Lebanese MEZZE to local supermarkets, five star hotels in Doha and Business and First Class onboard Qatar Airways.
Dunes Catering W.L.L. Al Handasa St. Rawdat Al-Khail, B Ring Road, P.O. Box 13430, Doha, State of Qatar Tel +974 44 358891 F +974 44 358898 www.dunescatering.com info@dunescatering.com
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Al Shaqab Hotel
4409 5050
Assaha Lebanese Village
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Concorde Hotel Doha
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Crowne Plaza Doha – The Business Park
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Doha Marriott Double Tree by Hilton
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Four Seasons Hotel Doha Hilton Doha InterContinental Doha InterContinental Doha The City La Cigale Hotel, Doha Meliá Doha Mercure Grand Hotel Oryx Rotana Doha
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Radisson Blu Hotel, Doha Sharq Village & Spa Sheraton Grand Doha Resort & Hotel The Ritz-Carlton, Doha The St. Regis Doha The Village The Westin Doha Hotel & Spa
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Savour a little of those succulent meals you have enjoyed around Qatar, and take a sample of Arab cuisine with you when returning home, by trying out some of the recipes included in this section. Arab cooking is one of two things: either incredibly simple or, at the other extreme, is best described as ‘chop until you drop’. In the days of large extended families complex dishes would be prepared by a whole group of women, and delicate hand rolled and stuffed items provided a chance for everyone to sit around an enormous metal tray and chat as they quickly filled it. Most of the recipes in this book belong to the former category and all are measured in cups and spoons. Do use local or regional produce when available as it is tasty, fresh and inexpensive. Included is a comprehensive guide to ingredients and a glossary of Middle Eastern cuisine. A typical daily menu would sometimes include a soup (particularly in the cooler winter weather) to start. The salad is served at the same time as the main dish which, if it does not include rice, will have a dish served separately. Pickles and relishes are a great favourite in the Gulf to add spice to rice, fish or meat dishes. The flavour of olive oil and lemon predominates the further north you travel. Fresh fruit is the usual dessert and either black tea or coffee may be offered after a meal.
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CONVERSIONS AND UTENSILS CONVERSIONS Good cooks have the experience to simply throw any ingredient into the pot by hand and it always tastes delicious. Beginners may need to be more precise and the recipes included in this guide are designed to be measured in cups and spoons. A set of measuring cups and spoons is useful, but a teacup and household cutlery is fine if you use the same item throughout the recipe.
BASIC UTENSILS A food processor and spice grinder, while desirable, are not essential. A pestle and mortar is found in many Arab kitchens and can be used to grind spices or pound garlic. Leafy herbs should be chopped by hand to preserve their delicate texture, so invest in a good sharp knife, or use a mezzaluna (below), which usually comes with a hollowed chopping board. A large slotted spoon is ideal for removing small items from a pan. Dry weights 16 tablespoons = 1 cup 12 tablespoons = 3/4 cup 10 tablespoons + 2 teaspoons = 2/3 cup 8 tablespoons = 1/2 cup 6 tablespoons = 3/8 cup 5 tablespoons + 1 teaspoon = 1/3 cup 4 tablespoons = 1/4 cup 2 tablespoons = 1/8 cup 2 tablespoons + 2 teaspoons = 1/6 cup 1 tablespoon = 1/16 cup 2 cups = 1 pint 2 pints = 1 quart Ingredients are measured flat and not rounded
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Liquids 1/5 teaspoon = 1 millilitre (ml) 1 teaspoon = 5 ml 1 tablespoon = 15 ml 1/5 cup = 50 ml 1 cup = 240 ml 2 cups (1 pint) = 470 ml 4 cups (1 quart) = 0.95 litre 4 quarts (1 gallon) = 3.8 litre
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LABNEH SYRIA, TURKEY AND LEBANON
SERVES 4
INGREDIENTS 4 cups labneh * 1 teaspoon of finely grated ginger 2 teaspoons of finely grated orange zest 4 tablespoons of orange blossom honey (or plain honey and a teaspoon of orange blossom water) 1/2 cup broken walnuts (optional) * Labneh is yogurt strained to remove the whey thereby making a thick cream while preserving yogurt’s distinctive sour taste. It is available in pre-packed form or sold by the kilo at local supermarkets; some pre-packed brands have a low fat version.
TO PREPARE 1. Put the labneh into a bowl, add the other ingredients and stir well. 2. Leave in the mixing bowl or put into four small serving dishes, as desired. 3. Cover with cling film and leave in the fridge for 24 hours. 4. Serve cold, garnished with walnuts if using. Serve at breakfast with flat bread or on its own as a dessert.
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STUFFED GRAPE LEAVES/WARAK ENAB
QATAR 20 STUFFED GRAPE LEAVES
A yummy Middle Eastern recipe. A perfectly stuffed Arabian grape leaf is a thing of beauty, and this version can be found throughout the Gulf. After slowly simmering in a bath of olive oil and lemon juice, they are plump, tart and silky rich. Inside is a glory of rice, laced with fresh mint and parsley, and a smattering of tomatoes and green onion. Ask anyone in Qatar – stuffed grape leaves must be made with loving hands, not purchased.
INGREDIENTS 20 – 25 grape leaves (1 jar grape leaves in vinegar brine, drained) For filling 3⁄4 cup rice 1 tomato, chopped 2 1⁄2 green onions/spring onions, chopped 1⁄4 cup parsley, chopped 1 tablespoon mint, chopped 1⁄4 cup olive oil salt and pepper, to taste For cooking 1 potato, sliced 1 – 1 1⁄2 large tomatoes, chopped 3⁄8 cup olive oil 3⁄8 cup lemon juice salt and pepper, to taste Optional Accompaniments Olives (black or green) Tomatoes, sliced Serve as part of a mezze (see end of recipe)
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For the filling, mix together a fresh collection of rinsed but raw rice, tomatoes, green onion, mint, parsley, olive oil, salt and pepper.
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Most recipes have you cook the rice ahead of time, but this one uses raw rice and it eliminates several steps and dirty dishes.
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Now all you need to do is wiggle those grape leaves out of the jar and begin wrapping them up.
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To do so, place leaf backside up and place a small spoonful of filling by the stem end.
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Begin to roll the leaf from the stem end. After one roll, fold in the left and right sides.
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Continue rolling. You don’t need to make them super tight because the rice needs room to expand as it absorbs the liquid.
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Add potato slices to bottom of pot.
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Add the grape leaves. Stack them tightly together, making one neat layer on top of another.
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Next, top with tomato slices.
10. Pour on the olive oil and any juices at the bottom of the bowl. Add enough water to cook the rice. 11. Cover with a plate to keep the grape leaves from floating and unrolling, then top off with a lid. 12. Simmer gently for about one hour. 13. This will allow the potatoes at the bottom of the pot to get a nice crust. 14. Add the lemon juice and cook an additional hour (or to taste). You are looking for the rice to be tender inside of the grape leaves. Cut one open to check. 15. Arrange them on a plate. 16. Pile some of the lemony potatoes in the centre. 17. Garnish with the cooked and sliced tomatoes, as well as a few olives if using. Mezze is a feast of small dishes (hot or cold) which can be eaten as a starter or as a main course. They are often served to complement arak, the traditional Lebanese and Syrian spirit made from grapes or dates. An evening with friends or family involves scooping up the various dips with piping hot flat bread, skewering delicate meats and cheeses or enjoying fresh salads. Hummous is probably the best known dip, but baba ghanoush provides a delicious alternative using aubergines as the main ingredient. This vegetable is a favourite throughout the Middle East and used extensively in hot and cold foods. Š m a r h a ba
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AL HAREES REGIONAL
SERVES 6 TO 8
Here is a wonderful recipe for Harees – the whipped wheat dish which is traditionally eaten during Ramadan. It is probably the most famous dish in Qatar and variations of this dish are eaten in several other countries including Iraq and Saudi Arabia (it also has other colloquial names).
INGREDIENTS 4-1/2 cups (1 kg) lamb or chicken, on the bone 4-1/2 cups (1 kg) whole wheat (known as ‘habb harees’ ) OR 4-1/2 cups (1 kg) pearled durham wheat 1/2 cup ghee (or traditional samen) salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste water, as needed Tempering options – Use an ingredient combination to suit your palate 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon 2 teaspoon roasted ground cumin OR 3 to 4 whole bruised cardamom pods OR 1⁄2 teaspoon cinnamon sugar OR 1 teaspoon butter 1 onion, diced 3 cloves garlic, minced 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1/2 teaspoon dry roasted powdered cumin 1/2 teaspoon white pepper powder
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TO PREPARE 1.
Soak wheat overnight in plenty of water.
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Place pre-soaked and drained wheat in a large pot, add 1-3/4 litres of water. Boil until the wheat begins to fluff up and soften. Skim off any foam or scummy bits on the surface.
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Soak the lamb/chicken in plenty of lightly salted water whilst the wheat is cooking.
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When the wheat is fluffy, rinse and drain the meat.
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In a large, heavy bottomed pot (or special harees pot), place the wheat and the meat with a little salt and pepper and enough water (about 5 cm above the wheat and meat). Cover with a tight fitting lid – you can place a damp cloth or aluminium foil over the pot and then place the lid over that if it is not a tight fit.
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Bring to a boil, reduce heat and cook on very low heat for 3.5 hours, stirring occasionally and skimming off any froth or fat on the surface.
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Once the wheat is very soft and has lost it’s shape and most of the water has been absorbed, remove from heat and allow to cool a little, then remove any bones and gristle. If all the water has been absorbed add about 3/4 to 1 cup of boiling water; if there is too much water but the wheat is cooked, ladle out the excess.
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Shred the lamb or chicken if any larger pieces remain. There shouldn’t really be any as almost all of it will have ‘melted’ into the wheat.
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Now begin whipping the wheat and meat until it forms a homogenous, slightly elastic, paste-like consistency. Add a little salted boiling water to thin it down if required. Use a large wooden spoon, or pound it with a rolling pin to get the desired consistency. You could also pulse it in a food processor or use an immersion blender but if you are lucky enough, you might have a medhrab which is specially used for harees.
10. Check the seasoning and add more if desired. Transfer to a warmed serving pot, cover and keep warm. 11. Place the ghee in a pan and season to taste with salt, pepper, and your choice of tempering. Gently warm the ghee and mix well. 12. Pour the seasoned ghee over the harees and serve immediately.
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HUMMOUS REGIONAL
SERVES 4 TO 6
Chickpeas are a widely cultivated legume from ancient times. Remains have been found in the Middle East dating back 7,500 years. Hummous is the Arab word for chickpeas, which are often cooked and ground and mixed with tahini, a sesame seed paste, to make the well-known hummous dip. Garbanzo beans (like most legumes) have long been valued for their fibre content but recent research suggests regular consumption provides better blood fat regulation, including lower levels of LDL cholesterol, total cholesterol, and triglycerides.
INGREDIENTS 1 cup dried chickpeas * (garbanzo beans), washed and soaked overnight 8 cups of water (including the water used to soak the beans) 2 cloves garlic 2⁄3 cup olive oil 1⁄2 cup tahini (sesame sauce) 4 tablespoons fresh lemon juice 1 teaspoon salt 1⁄2 teaspoon cumin * You can use one can of rinsed, presoaked beans as a substitute, in which case do not include the first hour of cooking time. You may also need to shorten the later stages of cooking. Dried beans retain their texture and give a better result. Do not discard the liquid from the can as it can be used to thin the hummous in case it gets too thick.
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TO PREPARE 1. Add all ingredients to a food processor and blend until you reach the consistency you want. 2. If the hummous is too thick thin it by adding spoonfuls of the liquids from your can of beans (if using), otherwise slowly add water. 3. Add the mixture and the remainder of the ingredients to the large saucepan and simmer for one hour or until the chickpeas soften to a firm but creamy consistency. 4. Garnish with cumin, olive oil, parsley, or paprika, or a combination thereof.
Dried beans such as fava and chickpea are a common ingredient in Middle Eastern cooking. Dating from a time before refrigeration, and still widely grown across the Middle East, they were easily stored for long periods as well as providing an alternative and cheaper source of protein than meat or fish for poorer families. Š m a r h a ba
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MACHBUS
SAUDI ARABIA/JORDAN
SERVES 4
A Middle Eastern recipe where spiced chicken is cooked with rice allowing the rice to absorb the rich flavours. Great with Greek yoghurt, it is very popular in the Middle East. It’s really simple, though with many steps that may seem a little tedious, it gets easier once you’ve made it a few times.
INGREDIENTS 1 tablespoon curry powder, medium or hot 3 bay leaves 1 tablespoon paprika 4 cardamom pods 4 cloves 5 black peppercorns 1/4 tablespoon crushed dried lemon 1 cinnamon stick, broken into a few pieces 4 teaspoons cooking oil 1 large onion, chopped 2 cloves fresh garlic, finely chopped 4 fresh tomatoes, chopped 2 chicken stock cubes 1 whole skinned chicken, cut up 700 ml water 2 cups basmati rice, rinsed
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Mix the curry powder, bay leaves, paprika, cardamom, cloves, black peppercorns, crushed dried lemon and cinnamon stick into a small bowl.
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Add the cooking oil to a pan and fry the onions on medium heat. When the onions are nearly brown, add the bowl of spices to the onions and mix well.
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After approximately a minute when the spices are aromatic, add the chopped garlic. Once the onions are browned, add the tomatoes, chicken stock cubes and chicken. Fry the chicken until lightly browned, sealing in the juices. Continue to fry the chicken for about 4 minutes on medium heat.
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Add the water, stir well and simmer until the chicken is no longer pink at the centre, stirring every few minutes. Add salt to taste.
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Once the meat is fully cooked, and salt added, pour in the rice. Bring it up to the boil, stirring every 2 minutes for approximately 5 minutes. Then turn the heat down to low, put the lid on and allow it to slowly simmer, stirring every 3 minutes. As the rice is cooking, the water will be absorbed.
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When the water is almost completely gone, taste the rice to see if it’s fully cooked. If the rice is still not fully cooked, add a dash of water and continue cooking. Taste again, and continue this process until the rice is fully cooked (add a little water at a time to avoid soggy rice).
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Once the rice is fully cooked just serve and enjoy!
Tip: You can use beef instead of chicken, just make sure the meat is fully cooked. The rest of the steps remain the same. Also, this recipe is best when you use fresh tomatoes instead of tinned tomatoes. You can also experiment by adding some dried or fresh mint or coriander.
Middle Eastern cooking traditionally uses a vast array of spices, from staples like cumin, coriander, turmeric and mint to exotic blends like ras el hanout and zaatar. Arab spice traders once controlled nearly all movement of spices between Asia (including the famous Spice Islands), India, Africa, and Europe, so almost every spice in existence has found a place in Middle Eastern cuisine. Š m a r h a ba
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MIDDLE EASTERN SPINACH PIES (FATAYER)
2 DOZEN
Fatayer are little pies popular throughout the Middle East. They can have a variety of fillings, from meat to cheese or spinach. This version is a Lebanese Fatayer filled with spinach. Spinach is combined with onions and seasoned, and lightly coated in a lemon and olive oil dressing before sealing inside circles of dough and baking until golden and flaky. Its small size makes fatayer a perfect appetiser or light snack.
INGREDIENTS Dough 1-1/3 tablespoon yeast granules 1 teaspoon sugar 1 cup lukewarm water 3-1/2 cup all purpose flour 2/3 cup vegetable oil 1/2 teaspoon salt Filling 2 small onions, finely diced 1-1/2 teaspoon salt 6 cups fresh spinach 1/2 teaspoon black pepper 1/2 teaspoon red hot pepper flakes (optional) 1 lemon 1/3 cup olive oil Note: A wild leafy green grows and prospers on the plains along the eastern shores of the Mediterranean called silek – silverbeet. It comes and goes in a flash, lasting only about three weeks. Many people prefer fatayer prepared with silek, but they settle for spinach for the rest of the year.
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TO PREPARE 1.
In a small bowl, add 4 teaspoons of dry yeast and 1 teaspoon sugar to 1 cup lukewarm water. Set aside for 10 minutes.
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Place 3 1/2 cups flour in a large bowl. Drizzle with 2/3 cups oil; mix and rub with your hands until smooth (about 5 minutes). Add 1/2 teaspoon salt to yeast, pour over flour and work into a dough.
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Knead, adding more water if needed. Place in a bowl, cover and set aside to rise in a warm draft-free place for one hour.
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To make the filling, sprinkle 2 small diced onions with 1-1/2 teaspoon salt.
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Wash the spinach thoroughly, chop and mix with the onions.
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Set aside for a few minutes, then work the mixture between your hands until the spinach is wilted and watery.
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You may place in a sunny location for half an hour to aid the wilting stage.
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Squeeze out all the moisture from the spinach mixture and place in a clean, dry bowl. Add 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, 1/2 teaspoon red hot pepper, juice of 1 lemon and 1/3 cup olive oil. Mix.
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Cut dough into small pieces, the size of walnuts. Roll into balls, place on a tea towel, cover with another tea towel and let rest for about 10 minutes.
10. Roll dough flat into a circle. Spoon a heaped teaspoon of filling into the centre, keeping the edges of the dough dry. Fold into a triangular shape. Do this by mentally dividing the circumference into 3 portions – lift the right and the left sides, fold them toward the middle and seal, then bring up the lower portion and seal also. You might need to spread a little water around the outside to make sure that the dough sticks together. 11. Lay spinach pies on baking pans greased with olive oil; brush the tops of the pies with olive oil. Bake in a 300°F (150°C) oven until the bottom is golden brown, 15–20 minutes. Broil tops until golden brown also. 12. They are best when eaten at room temperature. 13. If some dough is left over, fill generously with sliced Havarti cheese and bake. It is delicious, especially for toddlers.
The majority of people in the Middle East eat bread with every meal. In tradition and in daily life, bread is held to be a divine gift from God. Here, bread comes in many textures, sizes, and shapes. Without question, the mother of all these is pita – by far, the most popular. Called Khubz locally, and now widely known as pita bread in the West (a Greek name). Khubz is bread baked in an open clay oven and is readily available from local bakeries and supermarkets.
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CRISPY FALAFEL
EGYPT
MAKES 40
Falafel is a deep-fried ball or patty made from ground chickpeas, fava beans, or both. Falafel is a traditional Middle Eastern food, commonly served in a pita, which acts as a pocket, or wrapped in a flatbread known as lafa. Falafel also frequently refers to a wrapped sandwich that is prepared in this way. The falafel balls are topped with salads, pickled vegetables, hot sauce, and drizzled with tahini-based sauces. Falafel balls may also be eaten alone as a snack or served as part of a mezze.
INGREDIENTS 1 1/3 cups chickpeas, soaked in water overnight 1/2 cup bulgur wheat, soaked in water overnight 2 tablespoons olive oil 1/3 cup diced red onion 1 tablespoon garlic 1/3 cup chopped parsley 1/4 cup chopped mint 1/4 cup chopped cilantro 1 tablespoon white sesame seeds 1 tablespoon baking powder 1/2 teaspoon cumin 1 tablespoon salt 1 teaspoon harissa paste 1 teaspoon ground black pepper vegetable oil, for frying chopped fresh herbs to garnish Note: Forty may seem like a lot but falafel keep well in the fridge or freezer.
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TO PREPARE 1.
Drain the bulgur wheat and chickpeas very well, then lay out your mise en place – it’s a pro tip that will save you a lot of time if you’re not taking breaks in between steps to chop herbs. Next, give the onions and garlic a quick sauté, 5 minutes, until translucent, then side aside to cool.
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In a food processor, combine onion and garlic with chickpeas, bulgur wheat, parsley, mint, cilantro, white sesame seeds, baking powder, cumin, salt, harissa and black pepper. Pulse, occasionally scraping the sides of the bowl with a spatula, until the chickpeas are finely minced and everything is well-combined.
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If you’ve got one, use a special pop-out falafel press or you can just roll the falafel mixture into chestnut-sized balls or small patties, no gadget necessary. Arrange on a baking tray and chill for at least 30 minutes, up to overnight.
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Heat vegetable oil in a deep-fryer to 350°F (175°C), then fry falafel in batches until deep golden-brown – about 3 to 5 minutes. They go from perfect to burned in just a few seconds, so keep a close eye on them, then remove from fryer and drain on a layer of paper towels.
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Plate by spooning a little of the spicy harissa yogurt onto a plate or serving platter, placing a falafel on top, then topping with a little more of the yogurt and chopped fresh herbs or microgreens.
The Middle East is a region of extreme climates including mountains and arid deserts. It was in Assyria (now Iraq) that edible and medicinal plants were first brought into cultivation. The mountain uplands are the ancestral home of the rose, Rosa damascena, which was cultivated by the Persians long before the Crusaders took it home to Europe. Zaatar is a generic name for a family of related Middle Eastern herbs from the genera origanum (oregano), calamintha (basil thyme), thymus (thyme), and satureja (savoury). It is the name for a condiment made from the dried herb(s), mixed with sesame seeds, dried sumac, and often salt, as well as other spices. Used in Middle Eastern cuisine, both the herb and spice mixture are popular throughout the region. © m a r h a ba
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MACARONI BECHAMEL
EGYPT
SERVES 4 TO 6
This is an Egyptian favourite. A ground meat mixture between two layers of macaroni smothered in a creamy béchamel sauce. You can use any type of pasta you like. The most common are penne, angel hair, spaghetti or elbow macaroni. Use a glass dish that is 8x11 inches to bake in this béchamel if you like it to be a little thick, but if you like it a little thinner then opt for the larger 9x13 inches.
INGREDIENTS 1 (16 ounce) package penne pasta, or any pasta of your choice 4 cups ground beef 1 medium onion, chopped 2 garlic cloves, minced 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley 1 tablespoon fresh thyme 1 teaspoon cinnamon 1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce 1 beaten egg parmesan cheese (optional) 8 cups cold milk 6 tablespoons butter 6 tablespoons flour 1 teaspoon fresh thyme 1⁄2 teaspoon nutmeg (optional) 2 beaten eggs salt white pepper black pepper
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TO PREPARE 1.
Prepare pasta according to directions on the package.
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Sauté the onion in a little oil over medium high heat until soft. Add garlic and sauté for another 2 minutes.
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Add the ground beef and brown.
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Drain off the fat, return to the stove and add the parsley, thyme, and cinnamon until combined.
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Stir in the can of tomato sauce and simmer over low heat about 10 minutes.
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Remove from the heat and let it cool. Once it has cooled stir in the beaten egg. Set aside.
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TO MAKE THE BÉCHAMEL SAUCE: In a large saucepan over medium-high heat melt the butter. Once melted whisk in the flour until smooth. Keep whisking for 2 minutes.
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Now whisk in the milk slowly until all the milk has been added. Keep whisking making sure there are no lump. Add the salt and white and black pepper to your taste.
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Whisk continuously until the milk is almost boiling, but not quite. Now stir in the thyme and nutmeg (if using). The sauce should now be fairly thick.
10. Quickly whisk in the beaten eggs. Remove from heat. 11. TO ASSEMBLE THE DISH: Mix half the béchamel mixture into the pasta. 12. Put half the pasta covered with the sauce into a 9x13 inch baking dish. 13. Now layer the entire meat mixture over the pasta. You can top with a sprinkling of parmesan cheese if you like. 14. Now add the rest of the pasta to form the top layer. 15. Finally, pour and spread the remaining béchamel sauce over the top of the last layer. 16. Bake it in the oven at 400°F(205°C) for 45–60 min or until the top is golden brown.
This French mother sauce – béchamel – is used in many dishes from lasagna to moussaka. It is also the base used to make a variety of cheese sauces. Béchamel sauce, also known as white sauce, is made from a roux (butter and flour) and milk. It is one of the mother sauces of French cuisine. It is used as the base for other sauces (such as Mornay sauce, which is Béchamel with cheese). © m a r h a ba
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FATTOUSH
LEBANESE
SERVES 6
Fattoush is a Levantine bread salad made from toasted or fried pieces of pita bread (khubz) combined with mixed greens and other vegetables, such as radishes and tomatoes. Fattoush belongs to the family of dishes known as fattat (plural) or fatta, which use stale flatbread as a base. Fattoush includes vegetables and herbs according to season and taste. The vegetables are cut into relatively large pieces compared to tabbouleh which requires ingredients to be finely chopped. Sumac is usually used to give fattoush its sour taste.
INGREDIENTS 2 pita breads 8 leaves romaine lettuce, torn into bite-size pieces 2 green onions, chopped 1 cucumber, diced 3 tomatoes, cut into wedges 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley 1 clove garlic, peeled and chopped 2 tablespoons sumac powder 1/4 cup lemon juice 1/4 cup olive oil 1 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper 1/4 cup chopped fresh mint leaves
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TO PREPARE 1.
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
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Toast pitas 5 to 10 minutes in the preheated oven, until crisp. Remove from heat, and break into bite size pieces.
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In a large bowl, toss together toasted pita pieces, romaine lettuce, green onions, cucumber, and tomatoes.
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In a small bowl, mix the parsley, garlic, sumac powder, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, pepper, and mint.
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Pour over the pita mixture, and toss just before serving.
The sumac bush, native to the Middle East, produces deep red berries, which are dried and ground into coarse powder. While it’s less common, the berries may also be sold whole. Ground sumac is a versatile spice with a tangy lemony flavour, although more balanced and less tart than lemon juice. A small sprinkle also adds a beautiful pop of colour to any dish. Sumac is one of the main components in the spice mix zaatar, and is used as a topping on fattoush salad. The spice was long used in Europe to add tartness to many dishes until the Romans introduced lemons to the area. Sumac – how it’s used Sumac is a widely used, essential spice in Middle Eastern and Mediterranean cooking. It’s used in everything from dry rubs, marinades, and dressing. But its best use is sprinkled over food before serving. It’s great over vegetables, grilled lamb, chicken and fish. Ground sumac also makes a delicious, flavourful topping on dips like hummus. © m a r h a ba
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3/12/16 10:15 AM
KUNAFA PALESTINE
SERVES 4 TO 6
Kunafa is like the Middle East's version of a cheese pastry. Its base is mild, stretchy white cheese – very like fresh mozzarella or cottage cheese – with a topping of rich semolina pastry, all of it soaked in sweet rose water syrup. The sweet is baked in giant rounds, and cut into pieces for serving. Although kunafa is popular in many parts of the Middle East, it is apparently native to the ancient Palestinian city of Nablus, on the West Bank. Nablus Sweets in Bay Ridge takes great pride in the confection, which it spells k'nafee.
INGREDIENTS 2-1/4 cups (500 g) raw kunafa dough (shredded filo pastry – you’ll find it in the freezer section) 5 to 6 tablespoon clarified butter (ghee) 2 cups whole milk 2 tablespoon finely ground semolina 4 tablespoon sugar 1 tablespoon vanilla extract 1/2 cup double cream 2 cups finely shredded mozzarella For the syrup 2 cups sugar 1 cup water 1/2 a small lemon
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TO PREPARE 1.
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
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Melt the butter.
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Place the raw kunafa dough in a big bowl and separate, using your fingers. Add the melted butter and mix thoroughly.
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Add half of the buttered kunafa dough mix to a cake pan. Press down for a smooth base without lumps.
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Make custard by whisking the whole milk and semolina over a moderate heat until it has thickened.
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Add the sugar and vanilla, gradually thinning out the custard with the double cream.
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Using a spatula, cover the entire base of kunafa and top with the shredded mozzarella.
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Top with the remaining kunafa dough mix, again pressing down so that it is completely flat.
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Place in the oven for 35 minutes until golden brown.
10. Make the syrup by combining the sugar and water in a saucepan over a medium heat, for about 10 minutes. 11. Once the syrup feels like it has thickened, add the lemon juice and stir for 2 more minutes. 12. Take the syrup off the heat and allow to cool slightly. 13. Pour the syrup on top of the kunafa evenly, cool for 10 minutes and serve.
Sweet treats are an integral part of Arabic menus and are widely available at bakeries, supermarkets and specialist pastry and sweet shops. You can also enjoy them at restaurants around the city and weekend brunches at the major hotels. Baklava, shown above, are delicious bite-size sweets made with phyllo pastry, filled with chopped nuts and held together with syrup or honey, sometimes flavoured with rose or orange water. © m a r h a ba
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BASBOUSA, COCONUT CAKE REGIONAL
SERVES 9
This is a traditional Middle Eastern dessert made of semolina flour, yogurt, and coconut. To adjust the sweetness, you can half or double the amount of sugar in the lemon syrup. It is made from cooked semolina and soaked in simple syrup. The syrup may also optionally contain orange flower water or rose water.
INGREDIENTS 2 cups semolina flour 1/3 teaspoon baking powder 1 cup white sugar 1 cup sweetened flaked coconut 1/4 cup butter, melted 1 cup plain yogurt 1/4 cup milk, or as needed 1/4 cup whole almonds 1 cup water 1 cup white sugar 1 tablespoon lemon juice
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TO PREPARE 1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 8 inch square baking dish. 2. In a large bowl, mix together the semolina flour, baking powder, 1 cup sugar, coconut and butter. Add the yogurt and milk; mix until moistened but not runny or liquid. If you see that it is too dry, add more milk. Spread into the greased baking dish, smoothing the top as much as possible. Decorate the top with whole almonds. 3. Bake for 40 to 45 minutes in the preheated oven, until golden brown. While the basbousa is baking, combine the water, 1 cup of sugar and lemon juice in a small saucepan. Bring to a boil, and cook for at least 5 minutes. 4. When the basbousa has finished baking, pour the syrup over it as evenly as possible. Place it back in the oven for about 5 minutes, or until the syrup has been fully absorbed. Let rest for about 20 minutes before cutting into pieces and serving.
Traders also brought ingredients from Asia, Africa and Europe to the Middle East. Dates (bottom left), figs (bottom right) and almonds (top) are native to this area and commonly used in Middle Eastern cooking. © m a r h a ba
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ATAR, SCENTED SIMPLE SYRUP QATAR
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This syrup is a traditional feature of Middle Eastern sweets and pastries. It’s essentially a sugar syrup that is used to bathe, soak or sprinkle on various sweets. It’s scented with orange blossom water, rose water or both. This is a Qatari recipe, though the syrup is popular in all Middle Eastern countries. The syrup is very easy to make, and the proportions vary depending on desired thickness.
INGREDIENTS 3 2 1 2 1
cups sugar 1⁄2 cups cold water teaspoon lemon juice tablespoons orange blossom water (or rose water or use 1 tablespoon rose water and tablespoon orange blossom water)
TO PREPARE 1. Dissolve sugar and water in a heavy bottomed pan over medium heat, stirring occasionally. 2. Bring to boil, add lemon juice and boil over medium-low heat for 12 minutes. 3. Once syrup has begun to boil, do not stir again, as this makes the syrup cloudy. 4. Add orange blossom water (or rose water), boil 30 seconds longer. When cool, the consistency should be similar to thin honey. 5. Cool and store in a sealed glass container in the refrigerator for several weeks.
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MOROCCAN MINT TEA
SERVES 6 SMALL CUPS
Mint tea isn›t just a simple drink in Morocco. It is a sign of hospitality and friendship and tradition. Because this drink is so popular, it is served all day long, after every meal and with every conversation. Moroccans take great pride in their tea and will often ask a visitor who among their group of friends makes the best cup of mint tea.
INGREDIENTS 1 tablespoon loose Chinese gunpowder green tea 5 cups boiling water 3 to 4 tablespoons sugar, or to taste OR honey 1 large bunch fresh mint Large teapot and small glass cups (istakans) or teacups
TO PREPARE 1. Put tea in teapot and pour in one cup of boiling water, then swirl gently to warm pot and rinse tea. Strain out and discard water, reserving tea leaves in pot. 2. Add remaining four cups of boiling water to tea and let steep for two minutes. 3. Stir in sugar (to taste) and mint sprigs and steep three to four minutes more. 4. Serve in small heatproof glasses. Š m a r h a ba
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GRAINS AND PULSES Middle Eastern dishes rely heavily on dry ingredients such as beans and rice, which could be transported across long distances without spoiling and were perfect to store for long periods when there was no refrigeration.
Bulgar Wheat
Couscous
Rice
Grains Bulgur wheat (burghul) A light, nutty tasting cereal made from boiled, cracked wheat grains, which may be fine or coarse ground. It needs to be soaked before use.
Couscous This hard wheat semolina grain is a staple of North African countries, and is traditionally steamed over an accompanying stew. It is also available pre-cooked.
Rice (ruz) As varieties differ in texture and flavour, choose one suitable for the dish. Long-grain rice, such as basmati and patna are favoured in the Middle East. Even the same variety of rice will differ slightly from one crop to the next and cooking needs to be adjusted accordingly.
Broad Beans
Chickpeas
Lentils
Pulses Broad beans (ful) With a leathery dark brown skin, these dried beans are especially popular in Egypt where they are stewed to make the popular Ful M’damas. They need to be soaked overnight and require a great deal of cooking. Chickpeas (garbanzo) Although available canned, the rich, nutty flavour of the dried chickpeas is not to be missed. Soaked like broad beans they are added to many dishes and used to make the smooth hummous dip. Lentils (addis) Orange lentils are the most common in the Middle East and compared to other pulses they are relatively quick to prepare and cook. Lentils are used in rice dishes and also to make a hearty winter or Ramadan soup. 346
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GLOSSARY OF MIDDLE EASTERN CUISINE The term ‘Middle Eastern cuisine’ includes Arab, Turkish and Persian food. In Qatar, chefs from all over the region provide delicious examples of their local dishes.
Find recipes in Recipe section Al haysa Small sweets made from dates Al arayess Deep fried lamb in a sandwich Ataif (qatayef) Small pancakes stuffed with nuts or cheese, doused with syrup Baba Ghanoush Chargrilled aubergine, tahini, olive oil, lemon and garlic dip Baharat Arabian mixed spices Baklawa (baklava) Sweet layered pastry with nuts, in lemon-honey syrup Bamiya Okra and lamb in tomato stew Basboosa Semolina tart soaked in syrup Batata harra Potato cubes fried with hot pepper Bukhari rice Lamb or chicken and rice with onion, lemon, carrots and tomato paste Burghul Wheat kernels used in tabbouleh and (bulgar wheat) kibbeh Cardamom Aromatic spice used to flavour Arabic coffee, yogurt and stews Ejje Arabian omelette Falafel, taamiya Small deep-fried balls of ground chickpeas or broad beans with spices and herbs Fasenjan Chicken with walnuts and pomegranate syrup from Iran Fatayer Pastry pockets filled with spinach, meat, cheese or zaatar Fattouche Salad of toasted khubz, mint, cucumbers, tomatoes and lemon Foul m’damas Slow-cooked mashed broad beans, lemon, olive oil and cumin Gahwa, coffee Coffee is made in two traditional versions in Qatar. Gahwa arabiya, the cofee of the Gulf, is a light golden colour spiced with cardamom and served in tiny cups.
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Haleeb Halwa (halva) Hamour Hamra Hummous Jebne Kebab Kamareddine Kharouf meche Khouzi Khubz, pita Kibbeh
Milk Sweetened sesame paste, with nuts, fruit or chocolate White fish from the grouper family Red Snapper Puree of chickpeas, tahini, lemon, garlic and olive oil White cheese Skewered chunks of meat or fish cooked over coals Apricot nectar used to break the fast in Ramadan Whole lamb stuffed with rice, nuts, spices, raisins and rose water A whole lamb served on a bed of rice Flat round bread for sandwiches Oval nuggets of ground lamb, burghul, pine nuts and spices Kibbeh naye Raw kibbeh, similar to steak tartare Koshary Rice, pasta and lentils, with onions, chillis and tomato paste Koussa Stuffed courgettes Kufta (kofta) Fingers, balls or flat cake of minced meat and spices Kunafah Thin pastry with sweet white cheese, nuts Kibbeh and syrup Laban Tangy sour yogurt drink Labneh Thick cream cheese made from yogurt, sometimes spiced Laham bi ajeen Arabic pizza Loomi Dried lime tea Loubia (fassulya) Green beans in tomato sauce Ma’amul Cakes filled with either dates, walnuts or pistachios Machbous A favourite Gulf dish of lamb, chicken or fish with rice Makloubeh Meat or fish with rice, broad beans Grilled red snapper and cauliflower Maqdous Small aubergines stuffed with walnuts, garlic and steeped in olive oil Mehshi Aubergines, courgettes, vine leaves or cabbage stuffed with meat, rice and onions Mezze (mezzah) A selection of hot and cold appetisers Moghil Crushed rice made into a pudding Mouhammara Mixture of ground nuts, olive oil, cumin and chillis Mouloukia Edible green leafed stew usually cooked with chicken Moutabel Aubergine dip made with tahini, olive Moutabel oil, lemon and garlic Muhalabiya Silky textured semolina pudding served cold © m a r h a ba
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Mutabak Qatayef Rocca Rubbiyan Sambusek Sayadiyah Saleek Shai (chai)
Shaour Shawarma
Shebsi Shisha (hubbly-bubbly) Shisk taouk Shorbat addis Shrimp kabsa Sukkar Sumac Tabbouleh Tagine
Sweet or savoury pastry stuffed with cheese, banana or meat Syrup soaked stuffed crêpes Salad greens with peppery mustard flavour Shrimp Triangular pies filled with meat, cheese or spinach Delicately spiced fish served on rice Lamb and rice dish, where the rice is cooked in milk Tea is an essential in much of the Middle East. It is usually served black in small glasses often flavoured with mint, cardamom, saffron, cinnamon or ginger and sweetened Red Sea fish from the Emperor family A wrap of pressed lamb, chicken or beef roasted on a spit; the meat is shaved off as the spit rotates. Khubz is filled with shawarma meat, pickles and topped with tahini sauce A spinach stew flavoured with a variety of herbs including dill A water pipe for smoking tobacco and used when drinking coffee or after a meal Skewered chicken pieces cooked over coals
Tamr Tatatour Umm Ali
A rich, nourishing lentil soup Shrimps cooked with rice and spices rather like a paella Sugar Ground red powder from the cashew family, used as a seasoning Salad made from burghul, tomato, parsley and lemon juice A rich slow-cooked stew from Morocco and western North Africa traditionally served with couscous in a conical serving dish of the same name. Samak tagine is cooked with fish Ground coriander and garlic mixture Oily paste made from ground sesame seeds, used in hummous, moutabel and baba ghanoush Dates Thick dip made from puréed pine nuts, garlic and lemon ‘Ali’s mother’ is a pastry pudding soaked in milk with raisins and coconut
Warak enab Yansoon Zaitoon Zaatar Zubeidi
Vine leaves filled with rice, rolled into a cigar shape and cooked Hot spiced tea, used medicinally Olives Thyme; ‘special’ zaatar is a blend of thyme, marjoram, sumac and salt Pomfret
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FISH AND SEAFOOD Prawns are a firm favourite in the Gulf and particularly in Qatar. They are at their best and cheapest in late winter and early spring. Buy in bulk and freeze with the head removed (if desired) and the shell on. Removing the dark ‘vein’ along the back (the alimentary canal) is a matter of choice. Most fish counters will clean the prawns for you and as this is time-consuming, buy first and then continue with the rest of your shopping.
The vivid blue waters of the Arabian Gulf have traditionally provided two of the most important commodities of the Qatari economy: pearls and fish. While pearling is now history, the warm shallow waters still abound with colourful fish. The catch of the day is still sufficient to provide the local and, to a limited extent, Gulf markets with a huge range of fresh fish and seafood. The country’s extensive coastline, with its small coves and bays, provides generous mooring for fishing boats. A visit to the harbours in Doha, and in the towns of Al Wakra, Al Khor and Al Ruwais will provide you with a view of the dhows, and the fishermen at work. Fish are caught throughout the day, with early morning and late evening considered ideal. Commercial vessels need to take their catch to a government inspection point (in Doha, this is located beside the Central Fish Market), where Ministry of Municipality and Urban Planning quality control inspectors must approve the fish before sale. Most of the fish are sold just before dawn to retailers, who are required by law to transport their purchases in a refrigerated container to a point of sale that also has refrigerated storage facilities. Fish has always played an important part in the Qatari diet and in families, a taste for fish starts early in life, with a typical dish of grilled or fried fish and rice at mealtimes. The fish is always fresh as most Qataris still like to personally pick their seafood from the daily catch and cook it immediately.
The local range of fish and seafood is enormous. One of the most popular fish is hamour, since the fillets are boneless and can be grilled, fried or baked. But it is still worthwhile trying some of the other delicious options (see our fish guide). Most supermarkets have excellent fresh fish counters with helpful staff, but a visit to the Central Fish Market – if only to observe – is an eye-opener. The atmosphere is almost frenetic, as the crowd haggles for the fish and seafood on display, while you carefully negotiate your way through people with your nostrils assailed by the strong odour of marine life, some of which is still moving! Be warned: this is not a place for very young children or the squeamish. If you want fish prepared, take it to an adjacent room where they gut, scale and fillet the fish for a small fee. You can bargain to have seafood de-shelled. Make your trip to purchase fish and seafood early in the day, as the selection is wider and very fresh. Look for a fish that is firm to the touch with a bright, well-rounded eye. If the eye looks cloudy and has sunken in, the fish will not be very fresh. In the hot weather, it is recommended that you transport your purchase back home in a cool bag or icebox. Fish does not retain the same texture or taste if frozen, so it is best to buy and cook the same day. © m a r h a ba
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FISH
King mackerel (kanad) The central portion of this narrow, dark fleshed fish, is sold as steaks while the ends are filleted. It is highly esteemed locally and usually fried. Good with citrus flavouring.
Black banded trevally (hamam) This fish has a dense but fine texture similar to salmon and should be cooked whole to prevent breakage. Hamam fries well and has a delicate flavour. Best savoured plain.
Red snapper (hamra) As its name suggests, this fish is red in colour. Excellent steamed whole or filleted and dressed with spicy sauces. It is also good mixed with vegetables in stir-fries.
Brown-spotted grouper (hamour) Always in demand, this most versatile of fish provides thick, boneless fillets good for frying, baking or barbecue. Save the backbone for soups. Fish weighing 4–5 kg will have a good texture.
Tip: If you wish to bake or barbecue larger fish simply ask the fishmonger to open them flat for you by slitting them from head to tail along the belly. One side will have no bones and those lying on the other side can be carefully lifted off in one piece after cooking.
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Starry emperor (sha’ary) Another very versatile fish which is popular with Qataris. Fried, baked or grilled, it can be cooked whole or filleted. It is usually eaten plain with rice or pickles.
Malabar cavalla (zubaidi) This flat fish has a rather fine texture and should be eaten whole, when the fillets easily lift off the backbone. Good for frying, it is best eaten with a handful of bread in traditional Arab style.
SHELLFISH
Blue crab (kub kub asreg) The best and heaviest crabs are female – look for the larger ‘apron’ on the lower body. Boil for 6–10 minutes. Crabs can be eaten whole or the flesh can be extracted and used separately.
Local lobster (umm al rubiyan) Always buy the heaviest you can find. Cut in half lengthwise when purchasing or leave whole. Good on a barbecue smothered in garlic butter or drop into salted boiling water for two minutes.
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DESERT TRUFFLES
The term desert truffle, or Terfeziaceae, is used to refer to edible hypogeous fungi (fungi that live entirely underground) which grow in arid and semi-arid areas of the Mediterranean region, North Africa, and the Middle East. Known as faqaa in Qatar, they should not be confused with the vastly more rare and expensive Perigord black truffle from France or the white Italian truffle, ‘true truffles’ belonging to the tuber family. Gastronomically, desert truffles have nothing to do with black winter truffles, and therefore their use in cooking is completely different. The ‘true’ truffle is used to flavour dishes, whereas the desert truffle has little to no aroma and they taste like any other mushroom. However they tend to be more common and are thus more affordable. Nonetheless they are highly prized in Arab countries, with Terfezia and Tirmania being the common genera. The round, irregular shaped desert truffles, which can be anything from the size of a walnut to a fist and look somewhat like sandy, warty potatoes, are the fruit body of the fungus. Looking like small rocks, they are difficult to harvest by sight, whether above or below the surface. The truffles rely for propagation on their delicate, nutty aroma, which develops only as they reach maturity. This attracts a variety of small desert animals that consume the now mature fruit bodies and later disperse their spores in a new location.
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The truffle season is late winter/early spring, and scientists have found that plenty of rain at the start of the winter season (late October and November) is necessary to ensure a good crop. It is widely believed that the desert truffle is spawned by lightning and a clap of thunder, with many Arabs calling them the ‘daughter of the thunder’. However too much rain at the wrong time can rot the truffle spores. The weather must remain dry during January, followed by a light shower or two to bring on the truffles in February and March. Usually grown in closely guarded secret locations, favoured areas in Qatar include the north and centre of the country. The slight depressions allow sweet soil (rawdha) to accumulate into which rainwater drains, encouraging vegetation. Families often take the opportunity to enjoy a combined picnic and truffle hunt, but it takes a skilled eye to find the fagaa and harvest it in any quantity. Qatar has two main varieties of desert truffle, the highly esteemed zubaidi, which are light cream, rather spongy and very delicate in flavour, and khalasi, which are darker, denser and more robust. When buying either variety look for the smoothest available, regardless of size, as these are easier to clean and peel. Both varieties can be purchased during the short spring season in the Central Market’s Vegetable Souq and behind in the Omani Souq.
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Rarely will truffles be on sale in supermarkets, so ask an Arab friend to let you know when the season starts as this varies slightly from year to year. The quality and quantity of truffles available each year determines the price, and some may be imported from neighbouring Arabian countries. On the whole the cost of desert truffles has been steadily rising, as demand for them grows in the West. Unlike their grander and more expensive cousins they have not proved amenable to propagation, although attempts have been made in both Turkey and Saudi Arabia. Expect to pay upwards of QAR250 per kilo in Qatar.
Cooking with desert truffles In the Arab world, desert truffles are usually cooked simply to retain their delicate aroma. Whole truffles are charcoal roasted, baked, boiled or sliced and fried in butter. They may be added to soups, rice dishes, stews or salads.
Truffles are quickly spoiled by sunlight and humidity. They should be firm, smooth and dry on purchase and will keep their peak condition for no more than two or three days. Store on a rack in a cool, shaded place and never keep them in the fridge or a plastic bag. Frozen or canned they lose their texture and flavour. The devil in truffles is in the preparation and cleaning. As they expand, truffles sometimes incorporate the sand in which they grow – this is why looking for a smooth truffle is advised, as it indicates fewer sandy veins. First soak for ten minutes to loosen the sand on their skins and then thoroughly scrub using a vegetable brush, or if not available an old tooth or nail brush. Rinse under running water and check for any sandy inclusions, which must be cut out. After a final rinse shave the skin off as thinly as possible and rinse again before using.
Medicinal uses for desert truffles Desert truffles were used as a rich source of protein by the Bedouin, but were also invaluable for their medicinal properties. Today they are still dried and ground into flour for stomach ailments and to treat open cuts. However they are more generally used to alleviate eye infections – sterilised aqueous truffle extract has long been used in the treatment of trachoma, with the truffle mentioned in the Qu’ran: ‘and its water is a cure for the eye.’ The juice is used to strengthen eyesight or it can be used as a kohl in cases of bad eyesight or conjunctivitis. © m a r h a ba
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FRUIT
Eating and making juices from fresh fruit is an essential in the Middle East. The majority of families eat fruit after a meal instead of a dessert, or they are consumed in the late afternoon after a short siesta. Dates are the most traditional fruit and grow throughout the region. Arab families will often present a beautiful display of fruit for guests and the host will peel a piece (with the skill of a surgeon) as a sign of hospitality for visitors. Melons, grapes and figs, which are widely grown in the area, are at their best in summer and early autumn. Other summer fruits grown in the Middle East and North Africa include apricots, plums, cherries, persimmon, mangoes and strawberries. Winter fruit includes citrus fruit imported from Egypt, Lebanon, Syria, Turkey and Morocco. Fruit is often packed in boxes and can be good value – check the whole box to ensure all the fruit is good and remove the contents from it when storing in the refrigerator. Apples and bananas have also long been popular, but do not store the latter in the fridge. The variety of fresh fruit available in Qatar continues to expand, due in part to the large expatriate population, many of whom desire a taste of home in their adopted country. Blackberry A close cousin of the raspberry and mainly eaten cooked in pies and preserves. Blueberry Native to North America and long been prominent in pies, muffins and ice cream. It is available fresh, canned and dried and is a popular addition to breakfast cereal. Blackcurrant The blackcurrant is a member of the genus Ribes, which is how one well-known blackcurrant flavoured drink got its name! Long considered a major source of Vitamin C they are now said to be high in antioxidants and are also popular as a flavouring for tea. Chiku or Sapodilla fruit comes from an evergreen tree originally from tropical Central America. It has light brown, soft and very sweet flesh when ripe, which tastes rather like sweetened cooked pears. Unripe Chikus are hard and unpleasantly astringent.
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Cranberry Originally served with turkey at Thanksgiving and Christmas, the juice is thought to prevent or heal urinary disorders. It is purported to have antioxidant and anti-cancer properties. Dragon fruit (also known as Thanh Long, Pitaya or the strawberry pear) is native to Mexico, Central and South America, but is now grown in Southeast Asia. The fruit can be from one of several cactus species, the most common being the red pitaya; other varieties are yellow or bright green. The white flesh dotted with small black seeds has a sweet, delicate taste, a milder version of the kiwi fruit. Scoop out the flesh and serve raw in salads or blended as a juice.
Dragon Fruit
Durian – known as the ‘King of Fruits’ – has such a strong smell that countries have been known to ban it from public places. Described as ‘eating custard through a gas pipe’ foodies say the creamy yellow flesh around the seeds is well worth the smell. Looking like green spikey footballs, a ripe durian is light for its size and the seeds move if shaken. Once open, the flesh should be eaten immediately.
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Figs is a member of the Mulberry family and range in colour and subtly in texture depending upon the variety. The majority of figs are dried, but it is recommended to try the fresh fruit for the best taste and flavour. Kumquat is a small oval Chinese citrus fruit similar to an orange in colour and taste. It should always be eaten with the skin. The Chinese add it to their teas, or boil and use it as a remedy for sore throats. The delicate tree is often grown in pots and used to decorate public spaces.
Kumquats
Lychee, longans and rambutan come from the same botanical family. The lychee is native to southern China. Its juicy, translucent, sweet-tasting flesh is a popular dessert in Asian cuisine. To serve fresh, peel and put over ice. The bright pinky-red skin colour indicates it is ripe. Longans (literally meaning Dragon Eye) are smaller and less sweet than the lychee with a light brown skin and a distinctive musky flavour. The rambutan, from Southeast Asia, has soft spines covering its red leathery skin. It resembles lychees in flavour.
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Mangoes in Qatar come in different varieties throughout the year. A favourite is the Indian Alphonso available from April to early June. Mangosteen (also known as Mangoustan) is widely grown in Thailand and Myanmar. It has a thick, shell-like skin coloured purple or red when ripe, which produces an inky juice that stains fabric and is almost impossible to remove – so open carefully. The white coloured flesh is described as tasting like citrus with a hint of peach. In Asia it is known as the ‘Queen of Fruits’. Mangosteen is divided into segments and can be opened by gently pressing the husk from both sides until it cracks. Melons and watermelons from the fridge are cool and juicy in summer. To check a melon (not a watermelon) for ripeness smell the depression where the stalk is attached, this should have a distinctly aromatic odour. The skin around it should be slightly soft. Always wrap the melon well in plastic before placing in the fridge as its strong odour will permeate other food items. Watermelons come in two basic shapes and patterns – oval with dark green stripes on a lighter green background, and a longer plain green version. Both taste the same. Picking the perfect melon is an art. Tap the side and a rich rounded sound means the melon should be crisp and sweet. Many shopkeepers will cut out a small piece for you to judge. Avoid purchasing precut sections, which quickly soften. Wrap exposed areas in cling wrap and discard a sliver before eating. Papaya (also known as Pawpaw) is native to Mexico and Central America and was given the name ‘Fruit of the Angels’ by Christopher Colombus. It has since spread to many tropical regions, including Oman. The fruits are high in antioxidants, Vitamin C and are a good source of folic acid and potassium. They should always be eaten ripe when the skin turns from green to a yellow-orange. A strong enzyme in papaya makes it break down the other ingredients, so always add last to fruit salads.
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Passion fruit and guava are both natives of South America. While both fruits are delicious fresh, their rich aroma make them particularly suitable for making commercial fruit juices. The passion fruit has a soft juicy interior full of seeds and comes in two varieties, a large golden one similar in size to a grapefruit and a smaller purple variety. Guavas look like small pears and come in shades of yellow and pink. They have an overpowering scent in small spaces. All parts of the fruit are edible. Persimmons come in two varieties, the round Fuyu, which looks like an orange tomato, and the acorn shaped Hachiya. They must be fully ripe to enjoy their sweet spicy flavour and anything less will make your mouth pucker. Fuyus stay firmer when ripe and have an attractive flower design when cut into rounds. They make a decorative addition to fruit salads. Boxes are imported from Iran and reasonably priced.
Guavas
Pomegranates (rumman) are widely used in Arabic cooking, in both savoury and sweet dishes. Pomegranates have been cherished for centuries, and there are numerous studies extoling their values. Look for fruits with unblemished, shiny skins – those that feel heavy for their size are the juiciest. Eat the seeds, known as arils, direct from the shell, and remove to decorate salads, meat dishes or for juicing and making molasses.
Persimmons
Star fruit and Sugar cane Star fruits (Carambola) are juicy, crisp and sweet yet slightly tart. Simply slice across the yellow fruit for a fun star-shape and use them to decorate almost any food. Sugar cane makes an unusual sweet treat: peel the skin and chew for the juice, discarding the fibre residue at the end, or put it through the juicer for a green sugar cane drink. It is symbolically eaten at Chinese New Year because the tiers represent an upward path for the coming months.
Sugar cane juice
Toot is the fruit of the white mulberry, a tree widely seen in the Middle East and Qatar. In the wild the fruit is purple but in cultivated varieties it ranges from white to pink. This is one fruit best eaten from the tree to experience the sweet crunchy texture but it has a brief season in the shops in spring.
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MIDDLE EASTERN CHEESE A legendary story has it that cheese was ‘discovered’ by an unknown Arab nomad. He is said to have filled a saddlebag with milk to sustain him on a journey across the desert on horseback. After several hours of riding he discovered that the milk had separated into curds and whey because the saddlebag, which was made from the stomach of a young animal, contained a coagulating enzyme known as rennet. In fact, this process may well have been first discovered by the nomads of Central Asia.
Cheese and the Middle East have a long history. Egyptian tomb murals of 2000 BCE show butter and cheese being made, and other murals show milk being stored in skin bags suspended from poles demonstrating a knowledge of dairy husbandry at that time. Dairy production thus gradually evolved from two main streams. The first was the liquid fermented milks such as yogurt. The second, through allowing the milk to acidify to form curds and whey, which could then be drained either through perforated earthenware bowls or through woven reed baskets, was cheese. Two of the main differences between European and Middle Eastern cheese are shelf-life and colour. The majority of European and American cheeses are yellow or orange in colour. The deepest naturally yellow cheeses are typically those made from the milk of grass-fed cows fed on a diet rich in beta carotene, a pigmentation agent which makes the golden tones. Yellow colouration in cheese also develops over time, so while a fresh cow milk cheese may look cream coloured, the yellow tint will deepen and be much more apparent in the aged cheeses of the European variety. Many of the yellow cheeses may also be dyed to mimic spring and summer milk, which was yellow and richer in fat and flavour. Farmhouse cheeses have no added carotene. In the Middle East the poor pasture available to the milk-bearing animals, the hotter climate and the poor cooling capabilities of the local
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cheesemakers led to the popularisation of simple, fresh cheeses and cream products which are white or cream in colour. Goat’s milk also lacks beta carotene as any that the goat takes in converts instantly into Vitamin A, which has no colour. Consequently, no matter how much it is aged, it will always retain its brilliant white appearance.
Ackawi (pictured above): Ackawi is a cheese made from cow’s milk, originating in Palestine. It is hard and crumbly, and may need soaking in several changes of water to remove the excess salt. When cooked it melts in a similar way to mozzarella with a soft and stringy consistency. Ackawi is a great cheese to eat by itself or paired with a variety of fruit. It is also a major ingredient of the Palestinian dessert kunafa.
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Feta Cheese: Feta cheese is easily one of the most popular types of cheese used in Middle Eastern cooking. It is usually made from sheep’s or goat’s milk and is extremely versatile. In Middle Eastern food it is used in everything from salads to desserts, or perfectly edible on its own. Halloumi: The perfect Middle Eastern cheese for grilling, halloumi is produced as a mixture of goat’s and sheep’s milk. As the cheese can be fried or grilled, due to its high melting point, halloumi is often paired with grilled vegetables and as an addition to salads. It can be served plain with fruit, particularly watermelon.
Halloumi
Jibneh Arabieh: This simple cheese is found all over the Middle East. It is particularly popular in Egypt and the Arabian Gulf area. Originally made using goat’s or sheep’s milk, it is now typically made with cow’s milk. The cheese has an open texture, a mild taste, and is widely used in cooking and snacking.
Jibneh Arabieh
Labneh: Labneh is a soft, cream cheese made from strained yogurt. Labneh is easy to make and low in calories, making it the perfect alternative to traditional cream cheese. Labneh can be used just as you would normally use cream cheese, as a spread on bagels or a dip for your favourite fruit and vegetables. Preserved labneh is simply regular labneh drained a few days longer until very little moisture remains. It is then made into small balls, put in jars and soaked in extra virgin olive oil with additional herbs. Once opened keep it in the fridge to preserve its freshness.
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Nabulsi Cheese: Nabulsi cheese is a semi-hard brined cheese typically made from sheep’s or goat’s milk. It is commonly found in Palestine and the surrounding areas. It is traditionally flavoured with mahlab (prunus mahaleb) and mastic (pistacia lentiscus) added to the boiling brine with the addition of the peppery tasting nigella seeds (habbat al barakah) to the cheese itself. It can be eaten fresh as a salty table cheese or baked.
Nabulsi cheese
Shanklish: Shanklish is a cheese common to Syria and Lebanon and made from sheep’s or cow’s milk. The most common use of the cheese is to form it into large balls, allowing it to dry and age. Thyme is used as the main ingredient in making a herbal covering for the cheese. It can be eaten fresh or aged. If fresh, the taste will be mild with a soft texture, while an aged shanklish will be harder and have a pungent odour. Shanklish can be eaten as it is with a piece of bread and some olive oil with tomato, cucumber and mint leaves on the side or add it to a simple salad.
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SPICES
Spices play an important part in many dishes in Arabian cooking. Needless to say, every cook should only purchase spices that are of the best quality, preferably in small amounts to preserve their freshness. Many prefer to use whole spices, which can be ground and used as required. Souq Waqif has spices from around the world and is a legacy from Qatar’s long association with the sea, when dhows trading pearls with India and Africa brought back spices and dishes that have since become part of the local cuisine. For a less adventurous shopping expedition purchase from the local supermarkets which have both Middle Eastern brands (usually in plastic packets and jars) or the more elegantly packed and expensive international brands.
Allspice (fulaifila) An aromatic flavour with a hint of heat, the seeds add an all-round spicy flavour to meat or chicken dishes.
Baharat (Gulf baharat or kebsa) A spice mixture or blend used in Middle Eastern cuisine, baharat is the Arabic word for ‘spices’. The blend usually contains all of the spices on these pages – in Gulf baharat black limes and saffron may be used.
Allspice
Black limes (loomi aswad) Whole dried fruit boiled in salt water and sun dried, and while not strictly a spice, black limes are often used together with spices to sharpen the taste. Pierce whole limes to release the flavour, and remove the pips If using them crushed.
Baharat
Black pepper (filfil aswad) Buy pepper seeds then grind at home to get the full flavour. This is one of the most popular spices in Arab cooking.
Black limes
Cardamom (hael) Small pods containing tiny black seeds with a strong aromatic flavour. Chew a pod after a meal to aid digestion, but swallow only the seeds. The pods can be used whole or split, and the seeds whole or ground. Cardamom is used in Arab tea and coffee as well as savoury and sweet dishes. Fresh cardamom pods are green in colour.
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Chilli (filfil ah’mar) Hot in colour and flavour! Chilli powder is what gives the ‘kick’ to spicy foods in the Gulf. It comes in varying degrees of strength; cayenne pepper is not, in fact, a pepper but ground red chillies and is extremely hot. Cayenne pepper
Cinnamon (qarfa) Made from the bark of a tropical tree and sold in long, thin rolls, or ground in powder form. It can be used for both sweet and savoury dishes. Cloves (qurinfil) Dried, unopened flower buds that can
Cumin
be used whole or ground to flavour meat, chicken or rice. Available in both ground and seed form, it has a pungent flavour and should be used sparingly.
Cumin (kamoon) Seeds are used whole in rice and bread, or ground in curries. It complements coriander in some dishes, particularly those from India. Masala
Masala for chicken or fish A much milder Middle
Nutmeg
Mace (jarkon) Lacy, orange covering of the nutmeg seed. Look for whole nutmegs, which still have the mace attached; otherwise, buy it ground. Milder in flavour than nutmeg, it is used in both sweet and savoury dishes.
Saffron
Eastern adaptation of the Indian mixture of ground spices. There are many different combinations but most contain black pepper, cardamom, cumin, cloves, cinnamon and nutmeg. It is often used as one of the ingredients of biriyani.
Nutmeg (jose al teeb) To get the best from nutmeg buy the spice whole and freshly grate for each use. It can be added to both sweet and savoury dishes. Saffron (zaff’aron) The dried stigmas of a crocus flower, saffron threads impart a delicate flavour and yellow colour to dishes and are widely used in cooking rice. This is the most expensive spice in the world.
Sumac
Turmeric
Zaatar
Sumac (soomak) An essential ingredient in local cuisine, used in spice rubs, marinades and dressings, and also served as a condiment. Sold as a coarse or fine powder, it is produced from the dried berries of a shrub common throughout the Middle East. It has a pleasant tangy taste with a hint of citrus. Turmeric (kurkum) The plant belongs to the ginger family, the ground rhizome of which used sparingly gives a slightly sweet taste and a deep yellow colour to rice and chicken dishes. Use with care as it can stain.
Zaatar (kurkum) Used in Arab cuisine as both a herb and spice mixture – it is generally ground dried thyme, oregano, marjoram, or a combination, with toasted sesame seeds, salt, and sometimes sumac. © m a r h a ba
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VEGETABLES AND HERBS
Eaten hot or cold, vegetables have always been popular in Middle Eastern cuisine, and Qatar has the added advantage of a large expatriate population adding their own eclectic tastes to the local market. With the expansion of local agriculture and the increasing use of hydroponics many vegetables and herbs are locally grown, particularly during the winter season when they are fresh and very competitively priced. Many vegetables are cooked in mourg, a popular daily stew-like dish of tomato sauce with vegetables and lamb. Favourites include bamiya (okra) and bietenjain (aubergine). Salads are an essential part of Arab meals, often with the addition of fresh herbs such as mint or rocket. This brief guide gives you an insight into the variety of vegetables and herbs, and a few ways to use them. Available on a seasonal basis at the Qatar Central Market, supermarkets and shops, just take the plunge and try adding a few of their different textures and sometimes exotic tastes to your cooking or salads.
Alliums Leeks The thick leaf bases and bulb can be eaten cooked or raw and have a milder taste than onions. The leaves are more pungent and are often used as flavouring in salads and cooked dishes. Creamy leek soup is a popular dish. Red onions from India are full of flavour and slightly sweeter than the yellow and white varieties, and are the most popular onion in Qatar. Good to use in salads, the Arabs slice them thinly, sprinkle with salt and lemon juice and mix with chopped flat-leafed parsley as an accompaniment to grilled meat and chicken. Shallots This relative of the onion is mild and sweet in flavour. For Iranian cusine it is crushed and mixed with yogurt to eat with kebabs.
Red onions
Shallot dip
Crucifers Chinese cabbage The name covers a range of types and varieties grown in Asia, particularly China and Japan. Pak Choy cabbage is popular in stir-fries, while in Korea fermenting cabbage in salt solution with chilli makes a unique pickle, Kimchi, which can be purchased in Qatar.
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Gourds Aubergines (eggplant, brinjal) Technically a berry, there is more than one variety in the local market including a miniature variety sometimes seen with a white skin. Aubergines can be roasted for puréeing, stuffed or sliced and fried (cover with salt and leave the slices to drain to remove the bitter taste). Use the purée of a large aubergine to make the Lebanese dip moutabel. Mix the purée with two or three mashed cloves of garlic, five tablespoons of tahini (sesame paste) and five of lemon juice. Add salt to taste and serve on a plate garnished with olive oil and red pepper (paprika). Also try maqdous, miniature aubergines stuffed with walnuts in olive oil, which are available here in delicatessens.
Moutabel and maqdous
Bitter gourds These look like a knobbly cucumber. You can eat both skin and flesh but discard the seeds which have a bitter taste. They are thought to be beneficial for diabetics. Bottle gourds (Lauki or Doodhi) Similar in taste to the marrow, use them peeled, complete with seeds in savoury dishes or without seeds in desserts.
Ridged Gourd
Ridged gourd Also recommended for diabetics, peel and cut off the ends of the gourd and use with other vegetables or as a purée for soup.
Tindla These look like small cucumbers, turn from green to red as they ripen, and can be eaten raw or cooked. Said to be good for lowering cholesterol.
Butternut squash Peel, deseed and boil, then chop, mash or bake whole. Eat with butter, salt and pepper.
Tindla
Gem squash (Tinda) Looking like a small green apple, they can be incorporated into vegetable curries or stuffed. Pierce the skin (otherwise it will explode), boil in salted water until soft; cut in half, scoop out the seeds and eat hot with butter, salt and pepper.
Pumpkins (Karah) There are a wide variety of shapes, sizes and colours. The flesh is suitable for adding to mixed vegetables or as a purée for soups. The deep orange variety can be used for desserts and is sometimes cooked with lamb by Arabs in a sweet stew.
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Legumes Bean sprouts Excellent in stir-fries and salads, these can be grown at home for a fraction of the cost in the market. Purchase a packet of dried mung beans and soak half a cup in water for eight hours. Drain and spread the beans in a large glass container with a perforated lid, and moisten with fresh water. Keep in a dark place changing the water twice a day. The beans will sprout within 48 hours and can be used as soon as they reach the required length. Wash to remove the bean pod before use.
Bean sprouts
Broad beans Sold fresh in their pods in spring, serve as a simply prepared mezze when they are first picked and tender. Put the pods into enough salted boiling water to cover them and boil continuously until the pod is soft and the beans cooked (about 30 – 40 minutes). Add a little fresh chopped dill towards the end. Drain, season with black pepper and drizzle with olive oil and lemon juice. Eat skins and beans together piping hot! The well known dish foul m’damas from Egypt is made with dried beans.
Root Vegetables
Sweet potato
Sweet potatoes Often confused with yams, this root can be boiled, fried or baked, has a soft skin and is similar to a baked potato in texture and taste. Indigenous to South America, it is popular cooked with sugar or molasses. Sweet potatoes can be boiled, topped with brown sugar and butter when baked and puréed in sweet potato pie, biscuits and cakes. Use in savoury stews, grill, or fry as chips. Turnips (lif’t) and parsnips Turnips are mostly seen as a pickle in Qatar. Soaked in brine with beetroot, they are the bright pink accompaniment to many dishes and are usually served with olives and green peppers. In some countries they are boiled with date syrup as a winter snack. Parsnips are related to the carrot but are not as sweet. They are often used in winter stews in colder countries and are delicious baked and served with butter. Available in European-style supermarkets. Yams These have a brown or black skin and are a staple food in much of Africa. Toxic if eaten raw, they require careful preparation and can be used in savoury and sweet dishes.
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Herbs and Flavourings Basil (raihan) The glossy green leaves have a rich and slightly flowery taste and are often used, in moderation, to flavour salads. Chilli Both red and green varieties are hot so use sparingly, either whole or chopped, as they add some zing to your savoury dishes. Cilantro (also known as coriander) (cozbara) A herb with large leaves and particularly good chopped with lime or lemon juice as flavouring for any fish dish.
Coriander leaves and seeds
Curry leaves (kadipatha) These leaves come from a small bush and, as their name suggests, are used both fresh and dried in curries. Dill (shabat) Well known in the West as flavouring for pickled cucumbers, it can also be added to hot mezze (Arabic starters) like broad beans (see Legumes).
Curry leaves
Fenugreek (hilbah, methi) These smooth rounded leaves are used in fish and meat dishes, partly because they absorb the strong smell. They have a slightly bitter taste and can be used in salads as an alternative to spinach. Flat-leafed parsley (baqdoonis) Similar in taste to the curly variety, it is easily confused with coriander so if you are uncertain, always crush a leaf and smell it to release the aroma. One of the most widely used herbs in the Arab world, it is a main ingredient in tabbouleh, a cold mezze of finely chopped tomatoes, spring onions, and parsley mixed with cracked bulgar wheat with a black pepper, lemon and olive oil dressing.
Fenugreek
Lemongrass Slender green stems with a pungent lemon scent. Peel off the outer sheath, cut into pieces and use with fish and Thai dishes. Lemongrass grows well in large pots in Qatar.
Flat-leafed parsley
Lime leaves Kaffir lime leaves add a distinctive taste to Thai dishes and oriental stir-fries. Wash and fry whole. They also freeze well. Rocket (jarjeer) This plant has a pungent aromatic flavour and is widely used as the green leaf component in salads in the Middle East. A popular choice is whole rocket leaves mixed with sliced tomatoes, white onion, sliced fresh mushrooms, walnuts and feta cheese, and covered with a balsamic vinegar and olive oil dressing.
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B Banana Island Resort Doha by Anantara Belgian Café – InterContinental Doha Bentley’s Grill – Radisson Blu Hotel, Doha Biriyani Hut – Al Wakra Bistro Bistro – Radisson Blu Hotel, Doha Bombay Balti – Radisson Blu Hotel, Doha Bombay Chowpatty – Multiple Locations Bread & Bagels – Beach Tower/City Center Mall Bubbles On Two – Radisson Blu Hotel, Doha Burger Gourmet – Lagoona Mall Burgeri – Aspire Park Burj Al Hamam – The Pearl-Qatar
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C Café Batteel – Salwa Road California Tortilla – Suhaim bin Hamad Street Capricci – Muaither Caramel – City Centre Rotana Doha Carisma – Warwick Doha Hotel Carluccio’s – The Pearl-Qatar Chac’late – Katara Chapati & Karak – Katara Chef’s Garden – Al Shaqab Hotel Chili’s – Multiple Locations Chingari – Radisson Blu Hotel, Doha Chi’Zen – Oryx Rotana Doha Chocolate House – Al Wakra Choices – Oryx Rotana Doha Chopsticks – Wyndham Grand Regency Hotel Cigar Lounge – Sharq Village & Spa Cinnzeo – Multiple Locations City Centre Rotana Doha Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf – The Boulevard Coffee Time – Al Asmakh Copacabana – Souq Waqif Al Wakra Coral – InterContinental Doha Corniche – Doha Marriott Hotel Crowne Plaza Doha – The Business Park Crystal Lounge – W Doha Hotel & Residences
210 157 211 212 98 246 262 263 234, 235 158 67 61 292 62 101 134 305 26 213 214 151, 293 41 32 28 141
D Dakshin – Barwa Village Debs W Remman – The Pearl-Qatar Di Capri – La Cigale Hotel Diet Delights – Al Hilal Doha Marriott Hotel Double Tree by Hilton Down Town Restaurant – Regency Tower Dunia – Villaggio Mall
294 247 49 236 37 121 159 160
F Fabio’s Pizza – Al Aziziya Far East Restaurant – Al Markhiya Farggi – The Gate/Al Emadi Financial Square, C Ring Road Fauchon Paris – Salwa Road/Royal Plaza Fish Market – InterContinental Doha Flamingo’s – The Ritz-Carlton, Doha Flor Gelato Italiano – Doha Downtown Hotel
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Fouj Café – Grand Hamad Street Four Seasons Hotel Doha
216 15, 38
G Gerry’s Grill – Barwa City/Al Mirqab Street
165
Gordon Ramsay – The St. Regis Doha
91
Grand Gourmet – Wyndham Grand Regency Hotel
102
H Hakkasan – The St. Regis Doha
92
Hunter’s Room & Grill – The Westin Doha Hotel & Spa
95
Hwang – InterContinental Doha The City Hyde Park Coffee Shop – Radisson Blu Hotel, Doha
45 217
I IDAM Restaurant – Museum of Islamic Art
166
Idly Factory – Barwa Village
295
Inch Caffe – City Center-Doha
218
InterContinental Doha The City
47, 125
J Java u – Doha Downtown Hotel
219
Jazz Club – Oryx Rotana Doha
126
Jazz at Lincoln Center Doha – The St. Regis Doha
138
Johnny Rockets – Salwa Road/Hyatt Plaza
167
JW’s Steakhouse – Doha Marriott Hotel
33
K Khan Farouk Tarab Café – Katara Krane – The Pearl-Qatar
264 248
L L’Auberge – Warwick Doha Hotel L’wzaar Seafood Market Restaurant – Katara La Brasserie – Mercure Grand Hotel
99 265 58
La Casa Twenty Eight – The Pearl-Qatar
249
LADOLCEVITA – Souq Waqif
278
La Gelateria Fina – Katara
266
La Mer – The Ritz-Carlton, Doha La Varenne Brasserie – Tornado Tower
86 168
La Veranda – Sheraton Grand Doha Resort & Hotel
83
La Villa – Mercure Grand Hotel
59
Latino – Sheraton Grand Doha Resort & Hotel
84
Layali – Salwa Road/Lagoona Mall
169
Layali Al Qahira – Souq Waqif
279
Le Central – La Cigale Hotel Le Cigalon – La Cigale Hotel LeNôtre – Suhaim Bin Hamad Street/Villaggio Mall
50 51 170
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Le Relais de l’Entrecote – The Pearl-Qatar le Vesuvio – Katara Lifestyle Restaurant – Barwa Village Liquidity – Crowne Plaza Doha – The Business Park Lobby Lounge – Shangri-La Hotel, Doha Longhorn Steakhouse – The Pearl-Qatar
250 267 296 116 220 251
M Mado – Ezdan Mall Magnolia Bakery – Dar Al Salam Mall Maharaja – Qatar Palace Hotel Mamig Restaurant – Katara Manhattan – Radisson Blu Hotel, Doha Marriott Marquis City Center Doha Hotel Matam Al Mufazal Restaurant – Al Mirqab Al Jadeed Street Maxim – Radisson Blu Hotel, Doha Megu – The Pearl-Qatar Meliá Doha Misturado – Crowne Plaza Doha – The Business Park MIX – The Westin Doha Hotel & Spa Mokarabia – The Pearl-Qatar Moon Deck – Warwick Doha Hotel Moti Mahal Restaurant – Ezdan Mall Mr Taco – Dar Al Salam Mall Mykonos – InterContinental Doha My Sandwich – WOQOD, Al Hilal
171 204, 221 172 268 128 56 173 68 252 9 117 140 253 100 174 306 43 307
N Nando’s – Multiple Locations Neo – Salwa Road Nidaaya – Meliá Doha Nobles – Salwa Road
148, 175 176 54 177
O Olives – Concorde Hotel Doha Opal by Gordon Ramsay – The St. Regis Doha Opera Café – The Mall/Landmark Mall Orion – Radisson Blu Hotel, Doha Oryx Rotana Doha Oyster Bay & Bar – The St. Regis Doha
24 93 178 129 114 139
P Paloma – InterContinental Doha Parisa – Sharq Village & Spa Picasso’s – Radisson Blu Hotel, Doha Pier 12 – Radisson Blu Hotel, Doha Porcini – The Ritz-Carlton, Doha
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Prime – InterContinental Doha The City Pure – Double Tree by Hilton
46 120
Q Qube – Radisson Blu Hotel, Doha
130
R Radisson Blu Hotel, Doha
18
Raw ME – Barwa Village
237
Red Velvet Cupcakery – Katara
269
Rodizio – Crowne Plaza Doha – The Business Park
30
Roger’s Diner – Suhaim bin Hamad Street
179
Romano’s Macaroni Grill – Villaggio Mall
180
Rose & Thistle – Horizon Manor Hotel
122
Royal Indian – The Mall
181
Royal Tandoor – Multiple Locations
182, 254, 282, 297
Ruby Wu’s – Radisson Blu Hotel, Doha
71
S Sabah W Masa – Salwa Road Sabai Thai – The Westin Doha Hotel & Spa Saffron Lounge By Vineet – Katara Sakura – Radisson Blu Hotel, Doha Salsa – Doha Marriott Hotel
183 96 270 72 34
Sarab Lounge – St. Regis Doha
222
Savor – Crowne Plaza Doha – The Business Park
223
Seasonal Tastes – The Westin Doha Hotel & Spa
97
Second Cup – The Pearl-Qatar/Souq Waqif
255
Shakespeare & Co – Dar Al Salam Mall/The Pearl-Qatar
184
Shanghai Garden – City Center-Doha/Al Khor Mall
185
Shangri-La Hotel, Doha Sharq Village & Spa Shater Abbas – Barwa Village/City Center
74 7, 76 186, 298
Shawarma Albisana Kunafa Albisana – Katara
271
Shehrazad Lounge Bar and Terrace – Radisson Blu Hotel, Doha
131
Shiraz Garden – Salwa Road Signature by Sanjeev Kapoor – Meliá Doha
187 55
Six Senses Spa, Sharq Village & Spa
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Southern Fried Chicken – Al Wakra/Al Sadd
308
Strata – InterContinental Doha The City
124
Subway – Multiple Locations
309
Sugar And Spice – Lagoona Mall
224
Sukar Pasha Ottoman Lounge – Katara
272
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Sukh Sagar – Diamond 2 Hotel
188
Sushi Minto – Salwa Road
189
T Taj Rasoi – Doha Marriott Hotel Take Away – Al Nasr
35 310
Tamarind – Lagoona Mall Tandoor Express – Al Mansoura Tangia – Wyndham Grand Regency Hotel Thai Corner – The Centre/Al Kinana Street Thai Snack – Al Mirqab Al Jadeed Street The Anvil Rooms – Tornado Tower The Cellar – Oryx Rotana Doha The French Olive – Suhaim bin Hamad Street The Great American Bagel And Bakery – Barwa Village The Irish Harp – Sheraton Grand Doha Resort & Hotel The Italian Job – Radisson Blu Hotel, Doha The Lagoon – The Ritz-Carlton, Doha The Library – Radisson Blu Hotel, Doha The Old Manor – Mercure Grand Hotel The Pearl Lounge – Doha Marriott Hotel The Ritz-Carlton, Doha The Square – InterContinental Doha The City The View Poolside Restaurant – Doha Marriott Hotel The Village – Grill and Medi – Al Nasr
150, 197 311 103 312 191 192 63 17, 196 299 135 73 88 132 123 118 137 48 36 194, 195
The Village – Medi – Souq Waqif Torch Tea Garden – The Torch–Doha Trader Vic’s – Hilton Hotel Doha Trattoria – Concorde Hotel Doha Triple Apple – Barwa Village Turkey Central – Al Mirqab Street
280, 281 225 119 25 300 190
V Vapiano Restaurant – The Gate Vine – The St. Regis Doha
193 94
W Wali Fried Chicken – Barwa Village Wok n Walk – Diamond 1 Hotel Wok of Fame – Villaggio Mall
301 198 199
Y Yen Sushi Bar – La Cigale Hotel
52
Z Zaatar W Zeit – Souq Waqif Zaffran Café – The Centre, Sheikh Ghanem Business Centre Zouk Lounge – Sealine Beach Resort
283 313 133
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